About This Property
Joseph E. Price Elderly Center offers 32 low-income units in Selma, NC, designed to serve elderly residents. The property contains 30 one-bedroom and 2 two-bedroom units and has been in service since 1993. The development utilizes 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits for financing.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Selma Housing Authority
Eligibility is based on annual gross income, qualifying as elderly, disabled, or a family, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status. Local preferences may be given to families who are homeless, in substandard housing, paying over 50% of income for rent, or involuntarily displaced.
Eligibility generally requires household income below 50% of Area Median Income, with 75% of vouchers going to those below 30% AMI, and US citizenship or eligible immigration status. Local preferences may apply for those homeless, in substandard housing, paying over 50% of income for rent, or involuntarily displaced.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Johnston 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 | $1,427 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,466 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,646 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,035 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,711 |
Income Limits - Johnston County, NC
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,500
- Low (80%)
- $53,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,300
- Low (80%)
- $61,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $25,850
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,100
- Low (80%)
- $68,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $28,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,850
- Low (80%)
- $76,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $51,700
- Low (80%)
- $82,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,550
- Low (80%)
- $88,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,350
- Low (80%)
- $94,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $63,200
- Low (80%)
- $101,050
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $20,100 | $33,500 | $53,600 |
| 2 Persons | $23,000 | $38,300 | $61,250 |
| 3 Persons | $25,850 | $43,100 | $68,900 |
| 4 Persons | $28,700 | $47,850 | $76,550 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $51,700 | $82,700 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $55,550 | $88,800 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $59,350 | $94,950 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $63,200 | $101,050 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Selma, NC?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Johnston County, NC is: $1427 (Studio), $1466 (1BR), $1646 (2BR), $2035 (3BR), $2711 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Joseph E. Price Elderly Center is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Joseph E. Price Elderly Center?+
Joseph E. Price Elderly Center offers the following unit types: 30 One-Bedroom, 2 Two-Bedroom units, for a total of 32 units.
How do I apply for housing at Joseph E. Price Elderly Center?+
Joseph E. Price Elderly Center is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
What is the price range for apartments in Selma, NC?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Johnston County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1466, 2-bedroom: $1646. Actual rent at Joseph E. Price Elderly Center may be lower for income-eligible households.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Johnston County, NC?+
For a 4-person household in Johnston County, NC, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $28,700, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $47,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $76,550. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Who manages Joseph E. Price Elderly Center?+
Joseph E. Price Elderly Center is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Who is eligible to live at Joseph E. Price Elderly Center?+
Joseph E. Price Elderly Center primarily serves elderly residents. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Is there a waitlist for Joseph E. Price Elderly Center?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. 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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