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Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh

900 Haynes St, Raleigh, NC, 27604

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 22 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh operates 5,356 units of public housing throughout Wake County. The Section 8 waitlist is currently open for applications, while the public housing waitlist is closed. This housing authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in the Raleigh area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Online

Waiting list applicants are not assigned a number, as their position may shift. Changes to applications can be made via the RentCafe portal. Minimum eligibility criteria include household income less than 80% of the local area median income.

Last verified February 23, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Apply: Online

Waiting list applicants are not assigned a number, as their position may shift. Changes to applications can be made via the RentCafe portal.

Last verified February 23, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

5356

Fair Market Rent - Wake 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 - Wake County, NC

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $20,100
Very Low (50%): $33,500
Low (80%): $53,600

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,000
Very Low (50%): $38,300
Low (80%): $61,250

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,850
Very Low (50%): $43,100
Low (80%): $68,900

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,700
Very Low (50%): $47,850
Low (80%): $76,550

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $51,700
Low (80%): $82,700

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $55,550
Low (80%): $88,800

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $59,350
Low (80%): $94,950

8 Persons

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Wake County, NC is: $1427 (Studio), $1466 (1BR), $1646 (2BR), $2035 (3BR), $2711 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh have?+

Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh has a total of 5356 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh?+

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.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh?+

Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9198316416, 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 Wake County, NC?+

For a 4-person household in Wake 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.

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