About This Property
Shea Terrace Senior is a 21-unit affordable housing community in Portsmouth, VA that serves elderly residents. The property includes 17 one-bedroom units and 4 two-bedroom units designated as low-income housing. Placed in service in 2004, the community operates under 9% LIHTC credit and is non-profit owned.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Portsmouth Redevelopment & Housing Authority
The waiting list for Swanson Homes (2 and 4-bedroom Public Housing) was last open from January 29-30, 2020. Applications for Public Housing at Phoebus Square (1 bedroom, 62+), Lexington Place (1-3 bedrooms), and Hope Village (1-3 bedrooms) were accepted online from May 6-8, 2026. Preferences for these applications included living or working in Portsmouth, elderly/disabled families, terminated Section 8 participants, veterans, involuntarily displaced, or homeless families, with placement by lottery.
The waiting list is closed because the demand for assistance exceeds available funding. Applicants are placed on the waiting list based on date and time of application and any established local preferences. An applicant's gross annual income must not exceed 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 22, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Portsmouth County, VA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,600
- Low (80%)
- $47,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,800
- Low (80%)
- $54,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $22,850
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,050
- Low (80%)
- $60,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,250
- Low (80%)
- $67,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,650
- Low (80%)
- $73,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $49,050
- Low (80%)
- $78,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,400
- Low (80%)
- $83,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,800
- Low (80%)
- $89,250
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,750 | $29,600 | $47,350 |
| 2 Persons | $20,300 | $33,800 | $54,100 |
| 3 Persons | $22,850 | $38,050 | $60,850 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $42,250 | $67,600 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $45,650 | $73,050 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $49,050 | $78,450 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $52,400 | $83,850 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $55,800 | $89,250 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size apartments are available at Shea Terrace Senior?+
Shea Terrace Senior offers the following unit types: 17 One-Bedroom, 4 Two-Bedroom units, for a total of 21 units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Portsmouth County, VA?+
For a 4-person household in Portsmouth County, VA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $67,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Who manages Shea Terrace Senior?+
Shea Terrace Senior is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Who is eligible to live at Shea Terrace Senior?+
Shea Terrace Senior primarily serves elderly residents. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
How do I apply for housing at Shea Terrace Senior?+
Shea Terrace Senior is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
Is there a waitlist for Shea Terrace Senior?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
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