Affordable housing communities are eligible to renters based on Area Median Income (AMI) as defined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). AMI is updated annually in April by HUD. Please refer to the most recent AMI levels here to learn if you are eligible.

The Unmet Housing Needs Units (UHNU) Program offers a limited number of apartments available to eligible households with a gross income no more than 30% of the Area Median Income. Communities with the UHNU symbol in this guide have UHNU units. The County is currently accepting applications. To request an application for the UHNU Program, send an Email to the Loudoun County Department of Housing and Community Development.

The Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rental Program offers eligible households the opportunity to rent an apartment that is below market rate. The total household gross income must be between 30% – 50% of the Area Median Income. Communities with the ADU symbol in this guide have ADU units. If eligible, applicants will be placed on a waitlist. The waitlist is Open. To review requirements and access the application, please visit Affordable Dwelling Unit page for more information.

The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program offers apartments affordable to households earning no more than 60% of the Area Median Income. Communities with the TC symbol in this guide have LIHTC units. The program is administered by Virginia Housing and the Loudoun County Department of Housing and Community Development does not manage LIHTC units. Call each community directly for more information and to apply.

Apartment Communities for Older Adults are included in this map. For age restrictions and other requirements, contact each communities directly. For information on retirement communities, assisted living facilities, and nursing home placement, contact Loudoun County Adult and Aging Services at (703) 771-5742, or visit the Aging & Independence page for more information.

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