LOWNDES COUNTY Resource Guide
LOWNDES COUNTY Resource Guide

Gateway Commons

Serving Lowndes County

housing seniors

About

Gateway Commons is an affordable senior housing community in Columbus, Mississippi, owned and operated by United Church Homes. The community provides independent living options for seniors within a secure environment close to shopping, dining, and local medical facilities. Core features and offerings include:
Subsidized & Income-Based Rent: Operates as a HUD Section 202 PRAC (Project Rental Assistance Contract) community, ensuring rent is directly subsidized so residents pay only 30% of their adjusted monthly income.
Senior-Focused Apartment Amenities: Offers air-conditioned one-bedroom apartments equipped with safety features such as deadbolt locks, smoke detectors, fire-resistant construction, and emergency pull cords.
Accessible Housing Options: Features fully accessible ground-floor apartments and step-free entries to accommodate residents using wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids.
On-Site Support & Services: Maintains an on-site Service Coordinator to assist residents with accessing community resources, coordinating home health care visits, and organizing wellness checks or social programs.
Community Features: Includes controlled-access entry, on-site laundry facilities, a community clubhouse/game room, controlled parking, and pet-friendly accommodations (with restrictions).

Essential details

Hours

Monday-Friday 8am-2:30pm

How to get help

Call for availability

Cost

Fees apply — Housing is subsidized or income-based.

How quickly

By availability

Who is eligible

Sensibly designed for independent seniors aged 62 years or older who meet HUD low-income guidelines, as well as older adults requiring mobility-accessible apartment features.

How to reach us

Note: This information is provided to the best of our knowledge based on submissions from each organization. Hours, eligibility requirements, and available services may change. Contact the organization directly to confirm current details before making plans.