Hickory, NC Low Income Housing

Hickory, NC Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Hickory, NC

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

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

Studio Apartments $650
One Bedroom Apartments $791
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,033
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,179

List of Low Income Housing in or near Hickory, NC

Woodland Park Apartments - Affordable Community

Woodland Park Apartments - Affordable Community - Hickory

1726 3rd Avenue NW
Hickory, NC - 28601
(828) 267-2434
On-Site Amenities:     Community Room     Laundry Facilities     Playground     Community Watch     On-Site Law Enforcement     On-Site Management ...see full details
Catawba County

Hilltop Apartments

Hilltop Apartments - Hickory

183 18th Street Place NW
Hickory, NC - 28601
(828) 328-4046
Hilltop Apartments offers low income one, two, three and four bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Office Hours: M-F 9 am - 5 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
Catawba County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 30% of monthly salary
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): You pay electric
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Villas at Twin Cedars - Affordable Community

Villas at Twin Cedars - Affordable Community - Hickory

1830 20th Avenue Drive Northeast
Hickory, NC - 28601
(704) 452-4254
Villas at Twin Cedars offers 40 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. Features & Amenities: Central air conditioning Clothes Care Centers Exceptional Closet Space Full-Size Washer/Dryer Connections High Speed Internet Access Available Pet Friendly Community Picnic Area Playground Private Balcony/Patio Professional On-Site Management Vaulted Ceilin...see full details
Catawba County

Western Piedmont Council Of Governments - Hickory

736 4th Street South-west
Hickory, NC -
828-322-9191
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 Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Hmong...see full details
Catawba County

West Hickory Apartments - Hickory

300-a 17th St Sw
Hickory, NC - 28602
828-328-5373
West Hickory Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact West Hickory Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Catawba County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): $650
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Silver Springs Terrace - 053-002-ni - Hickory

950 Ne 20th St
Hickory, NC - 28601
828-322-1129
Silver Springs Terrace - 053-002-ni is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Silver Springs Terrace - 053-002-ni for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Catawba County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): i dont know
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lutherhaus

Lutherhaus - Hickory

720-a Ne 7th Ave
Hickory, NC - 28601
336-765-0424
Lutherhaus is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lutherhaus for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Catawba County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Hickory, 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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