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City of Shelby, Department of Housing

Name: City of Shelby, Department of Housing
Address: 801 Logan St, Shelby, NC, 28150, US
Telephone: 7044846830

801 Logan St, Shelby, NC, 28150

Information verified June 19, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 1 hr ago

About This Property

The City of Shelby Department of Housing operates 172 public housing units in Shelby, NC. Currently, both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are closed to new applicants. The housing authority manages these affordable rental units for eligible households in Cleveland County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: In-person

Applicants must be 18 years or older. Applications are chosen by bedroom size, income range, background rental checks, and criminal record checks, serving low to moderate-income families, elderly, and handicapped.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

Eligibility is based on total annual gross income and family size, U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen status, with income generally not exceeding 50% of the median income for the county. 75% of vouchers must go to applicants whose incomes do not exceed 30% of the area median income.

Last verified April 1, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 19, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

172

Fair Market Rent - Cleveland County, NC

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$652
1 Bedroom	$656
2 Bedroom	$856
3 Bedroom	$1,206
4 Bedroom	$1,349

Income Limits - Cleveland County, NC

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $20,500
Low (80%): $32,800

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $23,400
Low (80%): $37,450

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $26,350
Low (80%): $42,150

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $29,250
Low (80%): $46,800

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $31,600
Low (80%): $50,550

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,950
Very Low (50%): $33,950
Low (80%): $54,300

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,300
Very Low (50%): $36,300
Low (80%): $58,050

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $38,650
Very Low (50%): $38,650
Low (80%): $61,800

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$20,500	$32,800
2 Persons	$17,420	$23,400	$37,450
3 Persons	$21,960	$26,350	$42,150
4 Persons	$26,500	$29,250	$46,800
5 Persons	$31,040	$31,600	$50,550
6 Persons	$33,950	$33,950	$54,300
7 Persons	$36,300	$36,300	$58,050
8 Persons	$38,650	$38,650	$61,800

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Shelby, NC?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Cleveland County, NC is: $652 (Studio), $656 (1BR), $856 (2BR), $1206 (3BR), $1349 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like City of Shelby, Department of Housing is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does City of Shelby, Department of Housing have?+

City of Shelby, Department of Housing has a total of 172 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Cleveland County, NC?+

For a 4-person household in Cleveland County, NC, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $29,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $46,800. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at City of Shelby, Department of Housing?+

City of Shelby, Department of Housing is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7044846830, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

Is there a waitlist for City of Shelby, Department of Housing?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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