Wilmington, NC Low Income Housing: A Comprehensive Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Wilmington, NC

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Wilmington, 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 Wilmington, 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 Wilmington, North Carolina - New Hanover County

Studio Apartments $1,027

One Bedroom Apartments $1,349

Two Bedroom Apartments $1,515

Three Bedroom Apartments $2,002

List of Low Income Housing in or near Wilmington, NC

Village at Greenfield - Wilmington

1519 Lake Branch Drive
Wilmington, NC - 28401
(910) 763-3359
We proudly accept Section 8 vouchers. Located off of Greenfield St, which is close to medical facilities, Greenfield Lake Park, five minutes from Downtown Wilmington. Building Amenities: On-site Laundry Facility, Washer/Dryer connections, A/C, Playground, School Enhancement Program/Tutoring after school program and summer program. Available Parking, Garden. Close to Public Transportation. Live in Superintendent, Professional On-Site Management & Responsive Maintenance Team. 24 hours survei...see full details
New Hanover County

Vineyard Pointe Apartments - Wilmington

4917 Vineyard Lane
Wilmington, NC - 28403
(910) 395-0098
Vineyard Pointe Apartments offers 58 low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: M-F 10:00 am - 4:00 pm *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
New Hanover County

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New Brooklyn Homes - Wilmington

1205 N. 5th Street
Wilmington, NC - 28401
(910) 762-1707
This is a public housing authority owned property and PHA rent and income limits apply. New Brooklyn Homes at Taylor Estates offers 2, 3 and 4 bedroom floor plans including flats and townhomes. Amenities: stainless steel appliances, washer & dryer connections, ceiling fans and plenty of closet space. Managed by Excel Property Management a company specializing in affordable housing. Most apartments these days have waiting lists. We provide this listing so you can contact them directly at t...see full details
New Hanover County

Tidewater Townhomes - Affordable Community - Wilmington

355 Greendale Drive
Wilmington, NC - 28405
(910) 762-1404
Tidewater Townhomes is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Tidewater Townhomes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Apartment Amenities: Custom Blinds Energy-Efficient Appliances Wall-to-Wall Carpeting Featured Accent Wall Property Amenities: Close to Public Transportation Community Room 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance Staff Laundry Facilities Learn...see full details
New Hanover County

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Apartment Costs (user reports): Based on income
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