Kinston Towers I — Income-Restricted Housing in Kinston, NC 28501
511 N Queen St, Kinston, NC 28501
148 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Leasing office: (252) 523-1195Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (252) 523-1195 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
- 1978
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 120 1 bedroom · 28 2 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 86/100 (Nov 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Kinston
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
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- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Kinston
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Scattered Sites
103A N Trianon St, Kinston, NC 28501
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- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Kinston
- Several buildings — call for addresses
John C. Hood Homes
200 Lincoln St, Kinston, NC 28501
0.7 mi away
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- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Kinston
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rents and income limits in 28501
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,080/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $43,200/yr
- Renters in 28501 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 47%
Income limits (2026)
Lenoir County, NC area · median family income $65,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,450 | $27,450 | $43,900 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,350 | $50,150 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $35,250 | $56,400 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,150 | $62,650 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $42,300 | $67,700 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $45,450 | $72,700 |
| 7 | $48,550 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 8 | $51,700 | $51,700 | $82,700 |
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 | 28501 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $783 |
| 1 bedroom | $820 | $788 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,080 | $1,012 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,273 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,800 | $1,508 |
Wider area = Lenoir County, NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (28525) to $1,080 (28530).
Census figures for 28501 (2020–2024 average): median rent $799. Median household income $35,118. 52% of homes are rented. 47% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 23% 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 28501's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 28501Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Kinston Towers I?
Call (252) 523-1195 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Kinston Towers I in Kinston, NC 28501. These records do not show openings.
Is Kinston Towers I Section 8 housing?
Kinston Towers I 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 Kinston Towers I?
Public records list 148 units at Kinston Towers I in Kinston, NC 28501. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Kinston Towers I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 28501 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 Kinston Towers I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Kinston Towers I in Kinston, NC 28501. 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 Kinston, NC 28501?
Most income-restricted buildings in Kinston, NC 28501 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 $27,450, and $39,150 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($43,900 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 Kinston, NC 28501?
For many programs in Kinston, NC 28501, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,450 a year for 1 person and $39,150 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $43,900 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 Kinston, NC 28501?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Kinston, NC 28501, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Kinston, NC 28501 is $1,080 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 Kinston Towers I take Section 8 vouchers?
Kinston Towers I 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; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.