Arc/Hds Burke Co Gh #1 — Income-Restricted Housing in Morganton, NC 28655
101 Stephens Dr, Morganton, NC 28655
6 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Leasing office: (828) 438-6243Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (828) 438-6243 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
- 1983
- Bedrooms
- 5 1 bedroom
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 99/100 (Aug 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
Map loads here…
This buildingNearbyOpen a pin for the building name.
Nearby income-restricted buildings
Providence Place
105A Carolina St, Morganton, NC 28655
0.2 mi away
148 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Morganton Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 11 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Cac of Burke Co.
206 Lenoir St, Morganton, NC 28655
0.6 mi away
11 units · 10 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Chc of Burke #1
114 W Erwin St, Morganton, NC 28655
0.8 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Stonebridge Apartments
151 Stonebridge Dr, Morganton, NC 28655
1 mi away
60 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Chc of Burke Co. #2
407 N. College Street, Morganton, NC 28655
1.1 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Village Creek Apartments
1515 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC 28655
1.3 mi away
56 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 28655
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,660/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $66,400/yr
- Renters in 28655 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 39%
Income limits (2026)
Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area · median family income $85,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,900 | $29,850 | $47,750 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $34,100 | $54,550 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $38,350 | $61,350 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $42,600 | $68,150 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $46,050 | $73,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $49,450 | $79,100 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $52,850 | $84,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $56,250 | $90,000 |
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 | 28655 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,300 | $961 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,510 | $965 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,660 | $1,147 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,010 | $1,399 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,780 | $1,707 |
Wider area = Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (28619) to $1,200 (28690).
Census figures for 28655 (2020–2024 average): median rent $905. Median household income $57,713. 27% of homes are rented. 39% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 21% 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 28655's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 28655Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Arc/Hds Burke Co Gh #1?
Call (828) 438-6243 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Arc/Hds Burke Co Gh #1 in Morganton, NC 28655. These records do not show openings.
Is Arc/Hds Burke Co Gh #1 Section 8 housing?
Arc/Hds Burke Co Gh #1 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 Arc/Hds Burke Co Gh #1?
Public records list 6 units at Arc/Hds Burke Co Gh #1 in Morganton, NC 28655. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Arc/Hds Burke Co Gh #1?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 28655 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 Arc/Hds Burke Co Gh #1?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Arc/Hds Burke Co Gh #1 in Morganton, NC 28655. 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 Morganton, NC 28655?
Most income-restricted buildings in Morganton, NC 28655 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 $29,850, and $42,600 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($47,750 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 Morganton, NC 28655?
For many programs in Morganton, NC 28655, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $29,850 a year for 1 person and $42,600 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $47,750 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 Morganton, NC 28655?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Morganton, NC 28655, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Morganton, NC 28655 is $1,660 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 Arc/Hds Burke Co Gh #1 take Section 8 vouchers?
Arc/Hds Burke Co Gh #1 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; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.