Colfax, NC Low Income Housing

Colfax, NC Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Colfax, NC

How do I qualify for low income housing in Colfax, 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 Colfax, NC

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Colfax, 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 Colfax, 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 Colfax, North Carolina - Guilford County

Studio Apartments $920
One Bedroom Apartments $1,039
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,339
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,502

List of Low Income Housing in or near Colfax, NC

Harmony Hills - Forest City

375 Harmon St
Forest City, NC - 28043
(828) 248-1410
Harmony Hills is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Harmony Hills for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities: Patio area at each apartment entrance Carpet throughout Storage Individual heating and air Electric, water, sewer and garbage service included in rent Elevator Wheel chair accessible common areas Landscaped grounds with outdoor seating Laundry room Large community room Computer area Library Smoke free community ...see full details
Guilford County
Listing Location: 4.93 miles from Colfax

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oak Villa Apartments - Forest City

242 E Spruce St
Forest City, NC - 28043
(828) 245-1390
Oak Villa Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oak Villa Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Guilford County
Listing Location: 5.00 miles from Colfax

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Heritage Village - Forest City

100 Heritage Drive
Forest City, NC - 28043
(704) 357-6000
Heritage Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Heritage Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Guilford County
Listing Location: 5.12 miles from Colfax

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Forest City Housing Authority - Forest City

147 E Spruce street
Forest City, NC - 28043
(828) 245-1390
Provides low income housing assistance for residents of Forest City, NC....see full details
Guilford County
Listing Location: 5.16 miles from Colfax


Cac Of Rutherford County 2 - Spindale

903 Morgan St
Spindale, NC - 28160
828-286-9391
Cac Of Rutherford County 2 is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cac Of Rutherford County 2 for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Guilford County
Listing Location: 9.09 miles from Colfax

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Phillips Village - Boiling Springs

1619 Patrick Ave
Boiling Springs, NC - 28017
(704) 357-6000
Phillips Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Phillips Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Guilford County
Listing Location: 9.65 miles from Colfax

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Richmond Hill - Rutherfordton

157 Butler St
Rutherfordton, NC - 28139
(828) 287-2578
Richmond Hill is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Richmond Hill for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Guilford County
Listing Location: 10.43 miles from Colfax

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cottages At Crestview (the) - Rutherfordton

182 Cottage Ln
Rutherfordton, NC - 28139
828-286-8188
Cottages At Crestview (the) is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cottages At Crestview (the) for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Guilford County
Listing Location: 10.53 miles from Colfax

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Marion West - Shelby

110 Philbeck Street
Shelby, NC - 28150
704-482-0030
Marion West is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Marion West for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Guilford County
Listing Location: 12.71 miles from Colfax

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

West Warren Manor - Shelby

934 W. Warren St
Shelby, NC - 28150
704-480-6786
West Warren Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact West Warren Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Guilford County
Listing Location: 12.72 miles from Colfax

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Colfax, 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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