About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem manages 6,165 public housing units across Winston Salem in Forsyth County, North Carolina. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 voucher waitlist are currently closed to new applicants. Interested households can contact the housing authority for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
The Public Housing waiting list for Camden Station, The Oaks at Tenth, Stoney Glen, Townview and Cleveland Avenue Homes apartments is closed.
Preferences include families previously terminated from the HCV program due to insufficient funding and families displaced from Public Housing due to PHA actions.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Forsyth 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 | $897 |
| 1 Bedroom | $936 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,110 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,452 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,671 |
Income Limits - Forsyth County, NC
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $14,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,150
- Low (80%)
- $38,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,600
- Low (80%)
- $44,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,050
- Low (80%)
- $49,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,450
- Low (80%)
- $55,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,250
- Low (80%)
- $59,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,000
- Low (80%)
- $63,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,750
- Low (80%)
- $68,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,500
- Low (80%)
- $72,750
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $14,500 | $24,150 | $38,600 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $27,600 | $44,100 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $31,050 | $49,600 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $34,450 | $55,100 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $37,250 | $59,550 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $40,000 | $63,950 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $42,750 | $68,350 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $45,500 | $72,750 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Winston Salem, NC?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Forsyth County, NC is: $897 (Studio), $936 (1BR), $1110 (2BR), $1452 (3BR), $1671 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem has a total of 6165 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem?+
Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3369176119, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Forsyth County, NC?+
For a 4-person household in Forsyth County, NC, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $34,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $55,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem?+
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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