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Housing Authority of the City of High Point

Name: Housing Authority of the City of High Point
Address: 500 E Russell Ave, High Point, NC, 27260, US
Telephone: 3368872661

500 E Russell Ave, High Point, NC, 27260

Information verified May 6, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 9 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of High Point operates 2,737 units of public housing in High Point, NC within Guilford County. The authority currently maintains a closed waitlist for public housing while accepting applications for Section 8 voucher assistance. This housing authority provides rental assistance and affordable housing options to eligible residents in the High Point area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened January 1, 2015

Apply: Multiple

The Public Housing waiting list is generally open, but waiting lists for specific communities or bedroom sizes may be closed, including the 1-bedroom waiting list which was closed as of September 9, 2025. Applications are accepted in-person on Wednesdays from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm ET, with applications for the elderly and disabled accepted Monday through Thursday during those hours. Preferences include living or working locally or being employed. Applicants are screened for criminal records, sex offender registration, credit history, landlord references, and must not have prior debt to a Housing Authority or have been evicted from assisted housing in the past 3 years.

Last verified February 21, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened June 1, 2024

Closed September 30, 2024

Apply: In-person

The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list last accepted applications from June 1, 2024, until September 30, 2024. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen. Preferences included living, working, or attending school in High Point, veterans, working/employed, displaced by natural disaster, and displaced by government action. Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time the application was received, by order of preferences.

Last verified February 21, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 6, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

2737

Fair Market Rent - Guilford 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	$1,011
1 Bedroom	$1,042
2 Bedroom	$1,170
3 Bedroom	$1,493
4 Bedroom	$1,680

Income Limits - Guilford County, NC

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $14,000
Very Low (50%): $23,350
Low (80%): $37,350

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $26,700
Low (80%): $42,700

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $30,050
Low (80%): $48,050

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $33,350
Low (80%): $53,350

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $36,050
Low (80%): $57,650

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $38,700
Low (80%): $61,900

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $41,400
Low (80%): $66,200

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,050
Very Low (50%): $44,050
Low (80%): $70,450

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$14,000	$23,350	$37,350
2 Persons	$17,420	$26,700	$42,700
3 Persons	$21,960	$30,050	$48,050
4 Persons	$26,500	$33,350	$53,350
5 Persons	$31,040	$36,050	$57,650
6 Persons	$35,580	$38,700	$61,900
7 Persons	$40,120	$41,400	$66,200
8 Persons	$44,050	$44,050	$70,450

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Guilford County, NC is: $1011 (Studio), $1042 (1BR), $1170 (2BR), $1493 (3BR), $1680 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of High Point is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the City of High Point have?+

Housing Authority of the City of High Point has a total of 2737 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of High Point?+

Housing Authority of the City of High Point is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3368872661, 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 Housing Authority of the City of High Point?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.

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

For a 4-person household in Guilford County, NC, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $33,350, Low Income (80% AMI): $53,350. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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