Monroe, NC Low Income Housing

Monroe, NC Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Monroe, NC

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

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

Studio Apartments $1,180
One Bedroom Apartments $1,333
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,691
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,183

List of Low Income Housing in or near Monroe, NC

Castle Road Apartments - Monroe

713 Castle Road
Monroe, NC - 28110
PEREZ
1 & 2 Bedroom apartments now available. Refrigerator, Stove, A/C unit and Heater included. 2 Bedrooms do have a laundry hook up. ...see full details
Union County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Yes
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Monroe-union County Community Development Corporation - Monroe

349 East Franklin Street
Monroe, NC - 28112
704-283-8804
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Union County

Jefferson Village Apartments - Monroe

800 W Jefferson St
Monroe, NC - 28112
704-393-1181
Jefferson Village Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Jefferson Village Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Union County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Icemorlee Street Apartments - Monroe

1611 Icemorlee St
Monroe, NC - 28110
704-289-1042
Icemorlee Street Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Icemorlee Street Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Union County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cotton Street Commons - Affordable Senior Housing

Cotton Street Commons - Affordable Senior Housing - Monroe

819 Cotton St
Monroe, NC - 28112
(704) 283-5136
Cotton Street Commons is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cotton Street Commons for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities: On-Site Management Community Laundry Room Game Room Planned Community Activities On-Site Parking 24/7 Emergency Maintenance Handicap Units Available Central Heat and Air Emergency Call System ...see full details
Union County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Monroe, 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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Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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