About This Property
Dobbins Hill II offers 32 low-income residential units in Chapel HILL, North Carolina, serving families, individuals with disabilities, and homeless populations. The property includes eight one-bedroom units, twelve two-bedroom units, and twelve three-bedroom units. Placed in service in 2008, the development utilizes 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits to support its affordable housing mission.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Town of Chapel Hill Department of Housing
Preferences include Elderly, Victims of Domestic Violence, Live, Work, or Attend School Locally, Homeless, Displaced by Government Action, Disabled, and Rent Burdened. For Orange County residents, preferences are for disabled, elderly, homeless, rent burden, involuntary displaced, while for those outside Orange County, they are for employed, rent burden, involuntary displaced, elderly, homeless, disabled, or victim of domestic violence.
Eligibility for HCV is determined by total annual gross income and family size, generally not exceeding 50% of the median income for the area, and is limited to US citizens and specified categories of non-citizens.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Orange 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 | $1,385 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,418 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,631 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,051 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,510 |
Income Limits - Orange County, NC
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,250
- Low (80%)
- $48,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,600
- Low (80%)
- $55,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,900
- Low (80%)
- $62,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,200
- Low (80%)
- $69,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,700
- Low (80%)
- $74,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,150
- Low (80%)
- $80,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,600
- Low (80%)
- $85,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $57,050
- Low (80%)
- $91,250
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $18,150 | $30,250 | $48,400 |
| 2 Persons | $20,750 | $34,600 | $55,300 |
| 3 Persons | $23,350 | $38,900 | $62,200 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $43,200 | $69,100 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $46,700 | $74,650 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $50,150 | $80,200 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $53,600 | $85,700 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $57,050 | $91,250 |
Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Chapel Hill, NC?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Orange County, NC is: $1385 (Studio), $1418 (1BR), $1631 (2BR), $2051 (3BR), $2510 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Dobbins Hill Ii is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Dobbins Hill Ii?+
Dobbins Hill Ii offers the following unit types: 8 One-Bedroom, 12 Two-Bedroom, 12 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 32 units.
Who manages Dobbins Hill Ii?+
Dobbins Hill Ii is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
What is the price range for apartments in Chapel Hill, NC?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Orange County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1418, 2-bedroom: $1631, 3-bedroom: $2051. Actual rent at Dobbins Hill Ii may be lower for income-eligible households.
How do I apply for housing at Dobbins Hill Ii?+
Dobbins Hill Ii 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.
Is there a waitlist for Dobbins Hill Ii?+
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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Orange County, NC?+
For a 4-person household in Orange County, NC, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $43,200, Low Income (80% AMI): $69,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Who is eligible to live at Dobbins Hill Ii?+
Dobbins Hill Ii primarily serves families, persons with disabilities, formerly homeless individuals. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Somewhat Walkable
Nearby Schools
Ratings provided by GreatSchools.org. Ratings are on a 1-10 scale.
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