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Town of Chapel Hill Department of Housing

Chapel Hill, NC, 27516

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 23 hr ago

About This Property

The Town of Chapel Hill Department of Housing operates 336 units of public housing in Chapel Hill, NC. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed to new applicants. This housing authority manages affordable rental options for eligible households in Orange County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

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.

Last verified March 28, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

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.

Last verified February 12, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

336

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.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $18,150
Very Low (50%): $30,250
Low (80%): $48,400

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $20,750
Very Low (50%): $34,600
Low (80%): $55,300

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,350
Very Low (50%): $38,900
Low (80%): $62,200

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $43,200
Low (80%): $69,100

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $46,700
Low (80%): $74,650

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $50,150
Low (80%): $80,200

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $53,600
Low (80%): $85,700

8 Persons

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

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 Town of Chapel Hill Department of Housing is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Town of Chapel Hill Department of Housing have?+

Town of Chapel Hill Department of Housing has a total of 336 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Town of Chapel Hill Department of Housing?+

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.

How do I apply for housing at Town of Chapel Hill Department of Housing?+

Town of Chapel Hill Department of Housing is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9199682850, 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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