About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon operates 84 public housing units in Buckhannon, West Virginia. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. Interested applicants should contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
Applications can be picked up in person from 8 AM to 2 PM, Monday-Friday, and completed applications must be hand-delivered on the second and third Wednesday of each month from 9 AM to 11 AM. No preferences are stated; qualified applicants are placed on the waiting list by date and time of application receipt. Required documents include birth certificates, social security cards, proof of income, and photo IDs for all adult household members; prior residents must have paid any owed balances.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Upshur County, WV
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $703 |
| 1 Bedroom | $708 |
| 2 Bedroom | $924 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,156 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,403 |
Income Limits - Upshur County, WV
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $19,250
- Low (80%)
- $30,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,000
- Low (80%)
- $35,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,750
- Low (80%)
- $39,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,500
- Low (80%)
- $44,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $29,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,700
- Low (80%)
- $47,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,900
- Low (80%)
- $51,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $34,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,100
- Low (80%)
- $54,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $36,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,300
- Low (80%)
- $58,100
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $19,250 | $30,800 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $22,000 | $35,200 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $24,750 | $39,600 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $27,500 | $44,000 |
| 5 Persons | $29,700 | $29,700 | $47,550 |
| 6 Persons | $31,900 | $31,900 | $51,050 |
| 7 Persons | $34,100 | $34,100 | $54,600 |
| 8 Persons | $36,300 | $36,300 | $58,100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Buckhannon, WV?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Upshur County, WV is: $703 (Studio), $708 (1BR), $924 (2BR), $1156 (3BR), $1403 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon has a total of 84 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon?+
Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3044721305, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Upshur County, WV?+
For a 4-person household in Upshur County, WV, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $27,500, Low Income (80% AMI): $44,000. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
