Dillard Street A — Income-Restricted Housing in Durham, NC 27701
540 Liberty St, Durham, NC 27701
48 units · 37 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Leasing office: (704) 561-5228Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (704) 561-5228 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2026
- Bedrooms
- 4 1 bedroom · 1 2 bedrooms
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- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 27701
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,590/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $63,600/yr
- Renters in 27701 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 40%
Income limits (2026)
Durham-Chapel Hill, NC area · median family income $129,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $26,750 | $44,500 | $71,200 |
| 2 | $30,550 | $50,850 | $81,400 |
| 3 | $34,350 | $57,200 | $91,550 |
| 4 | $38,150 | $63,550 | $101,700 |
| 5 | $41,250 | $68,650 | $109,850 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $73,750 | $118,000 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $78,850 | $126,150 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $83,900 | $134,250 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 27701 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,360 | $1,498 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,420 | $1,554 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,590 | $1,745 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,970 | $2,161 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,280 | $2,486 |
Wider area = Durham-Chapel Hill, NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 10 nearby ZIPs range from $1,660 (27704) to $2,010 (27712).
Census figures for 27701 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,351. Median household income $69,740. 70% of homes are rented. 40% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 17% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 27701's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 27701Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Dillard Street A?
Call (704) 561-5228 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Dillard Street A in Durham, NC 27701. These records do not show openings.
Is Dillard Street A Section 8 housing?
Dillard Street A is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Dillard Street A?
Public records list 48 units at Dillard Street A in Durham, NC 27701. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Dillard Street A?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 27701 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Dillard Street A?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Dillard Street A in Durham, NC 27701. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Durham, NC 27701?
Most income-restricted buildings in Durham, NC 27701 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $44,500, and $63,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($71,200 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Durham, NC 27701?
For many programs in Durham, NC 27701, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $44,500 a year for 1 person and $63,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $71,200 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Durham, NC 27701?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Durham, NC 27701, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Durham, NC 27701 is $1,590 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Dillard Street A take Section 8 vouchers?
Dillard Street A is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.