Alexander, NC Low Income Housing

Alexander, NC Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Alexander, NC

How do I qualify for low income housing in Alexander, NC?
To qualify for low income housing in North Carolina, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Alexander, NC

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Alexander, NC, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Alexander, NC. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Alexander, North Carolina - Buncombe County

Studio Apartments $1,298
One Bedroom Apartments $1,466
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,949
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,497

List of Low Income Housing in or near Alexander, NC

Klondyke Homes - Public Housing - Asheville

500 Montford Avenue
Asheville, NC - 28801
(828) 257-2677
Public Housing Apartments. Type: Family Total Units at this property: 182 Amenities: Bike friendly Parks Nearby Street Parking Available On-site parking This is a Public Housing community. Contact the property for current availability, for current availability and to determine whether you qualify or not. Wait-lists may apply....see full details
Buncombe County
Listing Location: 7.51 miles from Alexander


Hillcrest Apartments - Public Housing - Asheville

100 Atkinson Street
Asheville, NC - 28801
(828) 225-1948
Public Housing Apartments. Type: Family Total Units at this property: 228 This is a Public Housing community. Contact the property for current availability, for current availability and to determine whether you qualify or not. Wait-lists may apply....see full details
Buncombe County
Listing Location: 8.51 miles from Alexander


Battery Park - Affordable Senior Apartments - Asheville

1 Battle Square
Asheville, NC - 28801
(828) 252-5277
Amenities: One and two-bedroom floor plans Elevators Library Computer room with free Internet access Some utilities included Barber shop Beautiful mountain views Transportation available ...see full details
Buncombe County
Listing Location: 8.60 miles from Alexander


Vanderbilt Apartments - Affordable Senior Housing - Asheville

75 Haywood Street
Asheville, NC - 28801
(828) 254-0027
Vanderbilt Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Vanderbilt Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities: Central Air Emergency Call System Service Coordinator Community/Game Room Elevator On-site Laundry Facility Utilities Included in Rent On-site Office Rent Based on Income ...see full details
Buncombe County
Listing Location: 8.61 miles from Alexander

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Woodfin Apartments - Public Housing - Asheville

15 Woodfin Street
Asheville, NC - 28801
(828) 239-1295
Public Housing Apartments. Type: Referral Program Total Units at this property: 19 This is a Public Housing community. Contact the property for current availability, for current availability and to determine whether you qualify or not. Wait-lists may apply....see full details
Buncombe County
Listing Location: 8.61 miles from Alexander


Altamont Public Housing - Asheville

72 N Market Street
Asheville, NC - 28801
(828) 239-1295
Public Housing Apartments. Type: Single Total Units at this property: 56 Amenities: Heating Kitchen Oven Range This is a Public Housing community. Contact the property for current availability, for current availability and to determine whether you qualify or not. Wait-lists may apply....see full details
Buncombe County
Listing Location: 8.62 miles from Alexander


Deaverview Apartments - Public Housing - Asheville

275 Deaverview Road
Asheville, NC - 28806
(828) 257-2670
Public Housing Apartments. Type: Family Total Units at this property: 160 Email: tmohamed@haca.org This is a Public Housing community. Contact the property for current availability, for current availability and to determine whether you qualify or not. Wait-lists may apply....see full details
Buncombe County
Listing Location: 8.89 miles from Alexander


Ross Creek Commons Phase II - Asheville

16 Old Chunns Cove Road
Asheville, NC - 28801
(828) 651-9780
Ross Creek Commons Phase II is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Ross Creek Commons Phase Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Buncombe County
Listing Location: 8.98 miles from Alexander

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Aston Park Tower - Public Housing - Asheville

165 S. French Broad Avenue
Asheville, NC - 28801
(828) 257-2663
Public Housing Apartments. Type: Family Total Units at this property: 162 Email: esmith@haca.org This is a Public Housing community. Contact the property for current availability, for current availability and to determine whether you qualify or not. Wait-lists may apply....see full details
Buncombe County
Listing Location: 9.04 miles from Alexander


Bartlett Arms Apartments - Public Housing - Asheville

121 Bartlett Street
Asheville, NC - 28801
(828) 225-1948
Public Housing Apartments. Type: Single Total Units at this property: 114 This is a Public Housing community. Contact the property for current availability, for current availability and to determine whether you qualify or not. Wait-lists may apply....see full details
Buncombe County
Listing Location: 9.36 miles from Alexander


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Alexander, NC

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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Contact Your Local Housing Authority
Housing authorities have many opportunities. Many do have closed waiting lists, but they may be able to provide other public housing resources.

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Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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