ST. BERNARD COMMONS

Income limits are calculated against the Area Median Income (AMI) for the 45217 zip code. Based on recent Census data, the local median income is $70,244 for a single person, and $100,349 for a four-person household. Your specific income cap depends on the exact subsidy program rules applied by management.

St. bernard commons is categorized as Section 202 senior housing. In most cases, the head of household must be at least 62 years old, but you should still confirm the current tenant selection rules directly with management.

This property appears to use income-based rent rather than standard market pricing. Many Section 202 properties with rental assistance charge roughly 30% of adjusted household income, and this record also shows a last reported resident rent of $469.

Yes. This record shows a HUD inspection score of 97, with the latest inspection dated Apr 28, 2025. Inspection scores can help you understand recent property condition, but you should still ask about elevator access, unit condition, and any recent repairs before applying.

This record indicates independent senior housing, not a nursing home or assisted living facility. Residents should expect regular housing with their own daily living responsibilities, although support service coordination is not clearly listed in this record.

This appears to be a highly stable community. The property has been operating since around 2013. On average, residents stay for about 7 years. High retention usually means residents are happy and settled, but it also means turnover is low and waitlists can move slowly.

This record reports: 1 Bed. Availability can change rapidly, so ask management which layouts are currently open and whether any accessible units are available.

This record does not specify a distinct count of wheelchair-accessible units. If you have mobility needs, you must call the property to verify elevator access, ground-floor availability, and doorway dimensions before applying or paying any fees.

This property appears to be 99% occupied, which usually means applicants may be joining a waitlist. Call management to confirm whether the waitlist is open right now.

Volunteers of America National Housing Corporation appears to be the listed management contact. The main phone shown is St. Bernard Commons. The listed email is [email protected]. Application mail may be sent to 1660 Duke St, Alexandria, VA 22314. Before you send anything, confirm whether the property wants a letter of interest, a formal application, or a waitlist update request.

Confirm the current age requirement, income documentation list, expected wait time, and whether the property can meet your mobility needs. If you need an accessible unit, ask about elevator access, doorway width, bathroom layout, and grab-bar availability before paying fees.