About This Property
Orchards comprises 136 units of affordable rental housing in Suffolk, VA, with 112 units designated for low-income residents. The property serves elderly residents and offers a mix of 55 one-bedroom and 81 two-bedroom units. The community was placed in service in 2007 and utilizes 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority
The Public Housing waiting list for Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority is currently closed. Eligibility is based on income, family size, and other factors. If an applicant declines two invitations, their application will be purged from the waitlist.
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list for Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority is currently closed. Residency in Suffolk is not required to apply. Eligibility is based on income, family size, and other factors.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated November 12, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Suffolk 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 Orchards?+
Orchards offers the following unit types: 55 One-Bedroom, 81 Two-Bedroom units, for a total of 136 units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Suffolk County, VA?+
For a 4-person household in Suffolk 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.
Is there a waitlist for Orchards?+
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.
Who is eligible to live at Orchards?+
Orchards primarily serves elderly residents. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Who manages Orchards?+
Orchards is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
How do I apply for housing at Orchards?+
Orchards 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.
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