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Amherst, Virginia Affordable Housing

As of May 16, 2025, Amherst, Virginia has 5 Affordable Housing complexes. There are 116 approved low-income housing units. the area and their contact information can be found below.

Amherst Acres #2?a=1747371051

Amherst Acres #2

Low Income Housing

Amherst Acres #2 Has 5 Units Available

$284 - $488*/month View Detail
Amherst Acres Ii?a=1747371051

Amherst Acres Ii

Low Income Housing

Amherst Acres Ii Has 5 Units Available

$284 - $488*/month View Detail
Amherst Acres Iii?a=1747371051

Amherst Acres Iii

Low Income Housing

Amherst Acres Iii Has 10 Units Available

$284 - $488*/month View Detail
Amherst Village?a=1747371051

Amherst Village

Low Income Housing

Amherst Village Has 48 Units Available

$284 - $488*/month View Detail
Rutledge Hills?a=1747371051

Rutledge Hills

Low Income Housing

Rutledge Hills Has 48 Units Available

$284 - $488*/month View Detail
FAIRMONT CROSSING?a=1747371051

FAIRMONT CROSSING

Retirement Community

FAIRMONT CROSSING Has 1 Units Available

$284 - $488*/month View Detail
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FAIRMONT CROSSING

Nursing Home

FAIRMONT CROSSING Has 120 Units Available

$284 - $488*/month View Detail

Fair Market Rent

The will pay about 70% of a tenants rent with the tenant being responsible for the other 30%.

Amherst County, VA Fair Market Rent:
Studio
$948
1 Bedroom
$966
2 Bedrooms
$1,093
3 Bedrooms
$1,494
4 Bedrooms
$1,627

Income Limit

Income Limits are maximum income limits allowed based on household size. The following limits were established by HUD for low income households to be eligible for housing assistance in Amherst County for 2025.

Amherst County, VA Income Limit:
1 Person
$63,700
2 Persons
$72,800
3 Persons
$81,900
4 Persons
$90,950
5 Persons
$98,250

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best apartments in Amherst, VA?

The best apartments in Amherst, VA are Rutledge Hills , Amherst Acres Iii , Amherst Acres #2 , Amherst Village and Amherst Acres Ii

What is the average property rent in Amherst, VA?

The average property rent in Amherst, VA is $1,288.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Amherst, VA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Amherst, VA is between $758 and $1,138. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 1 bedroom apartment in Amherst, VA?

The price range for 1 bedroom apartment in Amherst, VA is between $773 and $1,159. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 2 bedroom apartment in Amherst, VA?

The price range for 2 bedroom apartment in Amherst, VA is between $874 and $1,312. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 3 bedroom apartment in Amherst, VA?

The price range for 3 bedroom apartment in Amherst, VA is between $1,195 and $1,793. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 4 bedroom apartment in Amherst, VA?

The price range for 4 bedroom apartment in Amherst, VA is between $1,302 and $1,952. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

When were the prices last updated for the properties in Amherst, VA?

The prices were last updated on 15 May, 2025 for the properties in Amherst, VA

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