About This Property
Selma Housing Authority operates 183 units of public housing in Selma, NC, located in Johnston County. The public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. This housing authority provides rental assistance to eligible households in the area.
Waitlist Information
No specific preferences are listed for the Low Rent Public Housing program; declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist.
Preferences may include families who are homeless, paying over 50% of income for rent, or involuntarily displaced. Income limits apply, with 75% of vouchers for those at or below 30% Area Median Income.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 29, 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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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 Selma Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Selma Housing Authority have?+
Selma Housing Authority has a total of 183 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Selma Housing Authority?+
Selma Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9199653755, 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 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.
Is there a waitlist for Selma Housing Authority?+
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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