People Inc. of Southwest Virginia
Abingdon, Virginia
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About People Inc. of Southwest Virginia
People Inc. of Southwest Virginia, located in Abingdon, Washington County, Virginia, manages approximately 168 assisted housing units. This includes the administration of Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers for eligible households.
This authority is currently accepting applications for several housing programs. These include general Affordable Housing, Affordable Housing specifically at Abingdon Village Apartments, Affordable Rental Housing (Abingdon Village), and Public Housing. Applicants should review income eligibility requirements, such as the Very Low Income limit of $38,350 per year for a family of four in the Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA MSA area.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Offers 1, 2, and 3-bedroom/2-bath family units, including handicap units; eligibility requires meeting tenant requirements, passing a background check, and being income eligible.
Affordable Housing (Abingdon Village Apartments) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program offers 1, 2, and 3-bedroom family units, including handicap units; eligibility requires meeting tenant requirements, passing a background check, and being income eligible.
Affordable Rental Housing (Abingdon Village) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Offers 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units, including handicap accessible options, with rents below market rate; applicants must meet eligibility, pass a background check, and be income eligible.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
People Inc. of Southwest Virginia accepts Public Housing pre-applications at the program level; applicants cannot deselect properties, and family needs are considered for invitations to apply.
Other Programs
7 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
This program is for elderly households, where the Head, Co-Head, or one adult member must be 62 years of age or older.
Priorities include individuals with disabilities, victims of domestic violence, and individuals who are homeless/at risk of homelessness. Applicants must meet federal income guidelines, with priority given to lower-income households.
This program is for elderly households, where the Head, Co-Head, or one adult member must be 62 years of age or older.
Affordable rental housing is available to qualified community members. Contact the Affordable Rental Housing office at 276-619-2220 for inquiries.
Provides rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities to help individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization.
Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units rather than following the tenant. Landlords or developers partner with the housing authority to reserve units for eligible low-income families. Unlike tenant-based HCV vouchers, PBV assistance stays with the unit if the tenant moves.
The program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, leveraging private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official People Inc. of Southwest Virginia portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia
Check Current Status
People Inc. of Southwest Virginia currently has 4 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Affordable Housing (Abingdon Village Apartments), Affordable Rental Housing (Abingdon Village), Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $38,350/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official People Inc. of Southwest Virginia portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. People Inc. of Southwest Virginia manages approximately 168 assisted housing units (168 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Abingdon. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia
Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Abingdon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Abingdon Village Apartments) open
The Affordable Housing (Abingdon Village Apartments) program at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Abingdon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Rental Housing (Abingdon Village) open
The Affordable Rental Housing (Abingdon Village) program at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Abingdon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Elderly Households Program closed
The Elderly Households Program program at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Abingdon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Abingdon. This program serves approximately 168 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Section 202 PRAC closed
The Section 202 PRAC program at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Abingdon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Rental Housing closed
The Affordable Rental Housing program at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Abingdon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Abingdon. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at People Inc. of Southwest Virginia converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Abingdon maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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People Inc. of Southwest Virginia Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the People Inc. of Southwest Virginia are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,350. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $16,100 | $26,850 | $42,950 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,700 | $49,100 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,550 | $55,250 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,350 | $61,350 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,450 | $66,300 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $44,500 | $71,200 |
| 7 Persons | $47,600 | $47,600 | $76,100 |
| 8 Persons | $50,650 | $50,650 | $81,000 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to People Inc. of Southwest Virginia — including across state lines.