Crystal Towers — Income-Restricted Housing in Winston-Salem, NC 27101
625 W 6th St, Winston Salem, NC 27101
201 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem
- Residents waited about 19 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (336) 917-6118Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (336) 917-6118.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 201 1 bedroom
- Average tenant rent
- $290/mo
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Rents and income limits in 27101
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,370/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $54,800/yr
- Renters in 27101 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
Income limits (2026)
Winston-Salem, NC area · median family income $96,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,050 | $33,350 | $53,400 |
| 2 | $22,900 | $38,150 | $61,000 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $42,900 | $68,650 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $47,650 | $76,250 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $51,500 | $82,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $55,300 | $88,450 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $59,100 | $94,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $62,900 | $100,650 |
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 | 27101 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,110 | $1,079 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,260 | $1,224 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,332 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,800 | $1,754 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,200 | $2,135 |
Wider area = Winston-Salem, NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 10 nearby ZIPs range from $1,160 (27107) to $1,590 (27104).
Census figures for 27101 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,010. Median household income $44,198. 67% of homes are rented. 49% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 26% 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 27101's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 27101Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Crystal Towers?
Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem, which runs Crystal Towers. Call (336) 917-6118. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Crystal Towers Section 8 housing?
Crystal Towers is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Crystal Towers?
Public records list 201 units at Crystal Towers in Winston-Salem, NC 27101. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Crystal Towers?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 27101 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 Crystal Towers?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Crystal Towers in Winston-Salem, NC 27101. 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 Winston-Salem, NC 27101?
Most income-restricted buildings in Winston-Salem, NC 27101 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 $33,350, and $47,650 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($53,400 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 Winston-Salem, NC 27101?
For many programs in Winston-Salem, NC 27101, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,350 a year for 1 person and $47,650 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $53,400 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 Winston-Salem, NC 27101?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Winston-Salem, NC 27101, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Winston-Salem, NC 27101 is $1,370 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 Crystal Towers take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Crystal Towers has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Winston-Salem, NC 27101 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Crystal Towers.
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. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.