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Vance County Housing Authority

224 Lincoln St, Henderson, NC, 27536

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 19 hr ago

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About This Property

Vance County Housing Authority operates 75 units of public housing in Henderson, NC. Both the public housing and Section 8 assistance waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority provides rental assistance programs to eligible residents in the area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

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Vance County Housing Authority accepts Public Housing pre-applications. Eligibility is based on annual gross income, age or disability status, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status, focusing on elderly individuals, families with children, and persons with disabilities; declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

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The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waitlist is currently closed. Eligibility for housing assistance programs depends on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration.

Last verified March 9, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Fair Market Rent - Vance 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	$707
1 Bedroom	$712
2 Bedroom	$909
3 Bedroom	$1,125
4 Bedroom	$1,319

Income Limits - Vance County, NC

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $20,500
Low (80%): $32,800

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $23,400
Low (80%): $37,450

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $26,350
Low (80%): $42,150

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $29,250
Low (80%): $46,800

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $31,600
Low (80%): $50,550

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,950
Very Low (50%): $33,950
Low (80%): $54,300

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,300
Very Low (50%): $36,300
Low (80%): $58,050

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $38,650
Very Low (50%): $38,650
Low (80%): $61,800

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$20,500	$32,800
2 Persons	$17,420	$23,400	$37,450
3 Persons	$21,960	$26,350	$42,150
4 Persons	$26,500	$29,250	$46,800
5 Persons	$31,040	$31,600	$50,550
6 Persons	$33,950	$33,950	$54,300
7 Persons	$36,300	$36,300	$58,050
8 Persons	$38,650	$38,650	$61,800

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Henderson, NC?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Vance County, NC is: $707 (Studio), $712 (1BR), $909 (2BR), $1125 (3BR), $1319 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Vance County Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Vance County Housing Authority have?+

Vance County Housing Authority has a total of 75 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Vance County, NC?+

For a 4-person household in Vance County, NC, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $29,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $46,800. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Vance County Housing Authority?+

Vance County Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2524386127, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Vance County Housing Authority?+

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.

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