2551 17th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
Waiting List Forecast: Likely Short or None
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Since this property is a LIHTC property that might not have a project based rental assistance contract, it is likely that it either has no waiting list or the waiting list is shorter than properties with rental assistance. You should contact the property to verify.
Note: Affordable Housing Online has not confirmed the waiting list status directly with the property. This waiting list status forecast is based on our housing experts' knowledge of similar properties. You should always confirm this status directly with the property.
Earlier this year, we completed the gut renovation of our property and are now fully occupied with 53 tenants in 49 units. We are running a waiting list of people who hope to one day call Sarah’s Circle home.
Our renovation increased our unit count from 34 to 49, ensuring we can provide more affordable housing to those who need it the most. We also replaced all HVAC, electrical, and plumbing in an effort to modernize systems; added a new, larger elevator and new stairwell; and installed a green roof that will reap many ecological benefits. We also completely renovated our community room and commercial kitchen. Programs and meals are slated to reopen on May 1, 2019.
This LIHTC property is among the most common types of affordable rental housing in the United States. The LIHTC program only provides subsidies to the building’s owner at construction. No subsidies are provided directly to the residents, but the owner must set rents affordable to low-income renters in the area. Our data suggests Sarah's Circle does not participate in any project-based rent subsidy program. This means you must earn enough to pay the full rent or have your own Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher. For that reason, LIHTC properties tend to have shorter waiting lists or even none at all. LIHTC properties nationwide are required to accept housing vouchers. LIHTC properties were first built in the late 1980's. Because they tend to be newer, these properties are more likely to have larger units, more amenities, and greater tenant service offerings than other affordable housing programs. This property might be right for you if you have a housing voucher or enough income to pay rent, are looking for a high quality property, or need immediate availability. Since this property participates in the LIHTC program, the property is required to accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. As a LIHTC property that chose the 40/60 election, this property has agreed to set aside at least 40% of its units for families and individuals earning 60% of Area Median Income (AMI). Many properties have actually set aside more units than required by law, and in many cases all of the units at these properties are affordable to renters with lower incomes. Since this property participates in the LIHTC program, the property is required to accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
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*AMI: Area Median Income. Renters qualify for different housing programs if their income is below a specified percentage of AMI.
Does Sarah's Circle have a waiting list?
Sarah's Circle probably doesn't have a waiting list, and, if it does, the wait times are most likely short. We haven't confirmed if this is the case, so you should contact the property to confirm.
Are rents subsidized at Sarah's Circle?
We believe rents are most likely NOT subsidized at any of the units at this property since our research has not discovered any public housing or rental assistance contracts associated with this property. This means you will most likely have to pay the full rent no matter your income. Note: In some rare instances, some properties may have a small number of units subsidized through state or private programs.
In addition to Sarah's Circle, how many other affordable housing properties (and units) are there in Washington?
In addition to Sarah's Circle, we list 314 other affordable properties in Washington. Learn about these properties here. Our data research shows that there are a total of 36327 affordable units in Washington.
When was the Sarah's Circle listing last updated?
Sarah's Circle listing on Affordable Housing Online was last updated on 01/01/2023 by Affordable Housing Online research staff. Remember, a property's status can change so you should contact the property to confirm.
Applying for housing with bad credit.
Some housing assistance programs require a credit check, including Low-Income Housing Tax Credit apartments. Having bad credit may make you ineligible.Joana Warren says:
"Affordable Housing Online is a good place to see which Section 8 waiting lists are open."