Waxhaw, NC Low Income Housing

Waxhaw, NC Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Waxhaw, NC

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Waxhaw, 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 Waxhaw, 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 Waxhaw, 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 Waxhaw, NC

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
Listing Location: 11.00 miles from Waxhaw

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

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
Listing Location: 11.25 miles from Waxhaw

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Fort Mill Housing Authority - Fort Mill

105 Bozeman Drive
Fort Mill, SC - 29715
(803) 547-6787
Fort Mill Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Union County
Listing Location: 11.97 miles from Waxhaw


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
Listing Location: 11.98 miles from Waxhaw


Fort Mill Housing Services - Fort Mill

105 Bozeman Drive
Fort Mill, SC - 29730
803-547-6787
The Offices of Affordable Housing incorporates the Housing Authority of Fort Mill as the primary corporation.  This office also includes Fort Mill Housing Services, Inc., which is a non-profit management company for affordable housing.  Community Housing, Inc. is also housed here as a development company for the subdivision of Avery Lake, located herein Fort Mill backing up to the Anne Springs Close Greenway. The Housing Authority of Fort Mill operates 141 apartment homes in the developments known as Nature Trail Crossing, Anderson Place, and Harris Hills; plus a couple of scattered sites.  Overall, there are 6 efficiency apartments, 42 one bedroom apartments, 38 two bedroom apartments, 53 three bedroom apartments / houses, and 2 four bedroom houses. The affordable housing wait list is closed as of June 5, 2015.  All of the apartments have central air and heat.  Washer /Dryer hookups are available except in the 130 building, which has a coin operated laundry, and the town homes only have washer hookups; outside clotheslines are available.  Gas stoves are in all apartments, as well as gas water heaters.  Most have gas heat except for Anderson Place. Children would attend Fort Mill Elementary, Fort Mill Middle, Nation Ford High School, or River view Elementary, Gold Hill Middle, or Fort Mill High Schools.  Several hospitals are within a fifteen mile radius from Piedmont Medical in Rock Hill, SC to Carolina's Medical in Pineville, NC.  There is no public transportation available, however there is an Access bus available for Medicaid patients throughout York County, SC.  As a bedroom community of Charlotte, North Carolina, Fort Mill offers the advantages of a big city in the close vicinity while still having a small town appeal. To obtain more information regarding the affordable housing program please go to the Multifamily Housing tab. The Housing Authority of Fort Mill also operates the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program.  The HCV Section 8 program is now closed.  No applications have been taken for the Section 8 program since 2011.  However, if you are choosing to port to Fort Mill, please contact the Section 8 Coordinator.  The Housing Choice Voucher program assists eligible families to obtain rental assistance within the Fort Mill township, including Tega Cay, and Indian Land. Additional information regarding the HCV Section 8 program is available on the Section 8 tab....see full details
Union County
Listing Location: 11.99 miles from Waxhaw

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

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
Listing Location: 12.18 miles from Waxhaw

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Montclair Apartments - Charlotte

8415 Hollow Glen Place
Charlotte, NC - 28226
(704) 542-7472
Montclair Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Montclair Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Union County
Listing Location: 13.21 miles from Waxhaw

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Palmetto Place - Affordable Community - Lancaster

2901 Pardue Street
Lancaster, SC - 29720
(803) 283-9906
Maple Ridge Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Maple Ridge Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Apartment Amenities: AC Oversize Closets Custom Accent Walls Private Entrances Private Patios Property Amenities: Playground Laundry On Site Parking Community Room After School Programs Computer Learning Center Security Cameras ...see full details
Union County
Listing Location: 13.82 miles from Waxhaw

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Carolina Place - Rock Hill

379 South Garrison Road
Rock Hill, SC - 29730
803 325 1150
Carolina Place Inc. is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Carolina Place Inc. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Union County
Listing Location: 13.87 miles from Waxhaw

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Carolina Place Affordable Housing - Mountville

379 South Garrison Road
Mountville, SC - 29370
(803) 325-1150
Income Guidelines Apply. This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. Email: carolinaplace@nhe-inc.com...see full details
Union County
Listing Location: 13.92 miles from Waxhaw


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Waxhaw, 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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