
About This Property
Inlivian is a public housing authority serving Mecklenburg County in Charlotte, NC, with 8,636 total units across its portfolio. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority manages rental assistance and housing programs for eligible residents in the Charlotte area.
Waitlist Information
Waitlists opened on January 12, 2026, for specific affordable housing communities, including senior sites, with application via an online portal. Eligibility considers income, family size, U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen status, and criminal background checks for those 16 and older.
The tenant-based Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed to new applicants with over 6,000 households on the list. Eligibility is based on annual gross income, criminal background, eligible immigration status, and previous behavior in assisted housing; a mandatory 20-hour per week work requirement applies to non-elderly/non-disabled households. Existing applicants can update their information via the Applicant Portal or by mail to P.O. Box 36795, Charlotte, NC 28236.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 9, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Mecklenburg 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 | $1,347 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,384 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,554 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,936 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,481 |
Income Limits - Mecklenburg County, NC
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,500
- Low (80%)
- $47,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,700
- Low (80%)
- $53,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $22,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,900
- Low (80%)
- $60,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,100
- Low (80%)
- $67,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,500
- Low (80%)
- $72,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,850
- Low (80%)
- $78,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,250
- Low (80%)
- $83,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,600
- Low (80%)
- $88,950
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,700 | $29,500 | $47,150 |
| 2 Persons | $20,200 | $33,700 | $53,900 |
| 3 Persons | $22,750 | $37,900 | $60,650 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $42,100 | $67,350 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $45,500 | $72,750 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $48,850 | $78,150 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $52,250 | $83,550 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $55,600 | $88,950 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Charlotte, NC?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Mecklenburg County, NC is: $1347 (Studio), $1384 (1BR), $1554 (2BR), $1936 (3BR), $2481 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Inlivian is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Inlivian have?+
Inlivian has a total of 8636 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Mecklenburg County, NC?+
For a 4-person household in Mecklenburg County, NC, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,100, Low Income (80% AMI): $67,350. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Inlivian?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at Inlivian?+
Inlivian is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7043365183, 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.
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