The Macedonian has teamed up with Arlington County to bring affordable rental opportunities to the neighborhood. In order to qualify, all individuals and family household income must be 60% or less than the Area Median Income (AMI) at the time of move in to qualify. The income limits and maximum rents allowed for most Affordable Rental Units in Arlington County are listed below as of April 2024. Maximum incomes are published annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
*Section 8 voucher holders do not need to meet the minimum income requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Documentation Requirements
To verify household eligibility and determine applicant qualification, proof of identification and income is required. Documentation needs may vary by household, and additional items beyond those listed below may be requested. After submitting your application, our team will reach out if further documentation or clarification is necessary. Promptly providing any requested information will help avoid delays in processing your application.
Identification
Valid Government-Issued Photo ID
Proof of Income (which may include the following):
4 to 6 consecutive pay stubs
Tax returns (most recent year’s return, including W-2 or 1099)
Social Security award letters
Disability income documentation
Unemployment benefits documentation
Child support or alimony documentation
Other government assistance (e.g., TANF benefits)
What kind of income should an applicant report?
You must report all income that anyone in your household receives. This information is then reviewed by our team, and it is required that you provide documentation to verify all income.
Is a credit and criminal background check required?
Yes, both are required. We obtain a credit report on each applicant. Our credit reporting agency evaluates credit (which may include rent payment history) as an indicator of future rent payment performance. An unsatisfactory or insufficient finding will result in the requirement of an additional deposit, guarantor, or denial. Applicants are responsible for ensuring their credit history is accurate.
We also obtain a criminal background check on each applicant who will reside in the apartment home. It is possible your application will be denied due to criminal convictions.
Utilities
Electrics, Water & Sewer
Is there a utility allowance and how is it determined?
The utility allowance is an amount used to determine the average utility bills for a specific area based on unit size. The utility allowance is used to calculate the gross rent for the family’s unit. The gross rent is the sum of the rent to the owner plus an allowance for tenant-paid utilities, called the utility allowance. The allowance is intended to reflect “typical” utility costs, not actual bills or costs paid by an individual household. The utility allowance would cover utilities such as electric, gas, oil, water, sewer, and trash. Please note that all utility accounts at the time of move in would need to be placed in the household’s name.