Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Cana, VA 24317
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 24317 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Cana, VA 24317. 19 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 8 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 24317
Willow Hill Apts
830 Willow Hill Circle, Mount Airy, NC 27030
6.4 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Pine Terrace Apts
407 Pine Terrace Dr, Mount Airy, NC 27030
6.6 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
ARC/HDS Surry County Group Home #4
134 Sydnor ST, Mount Airy, NC 27030
7.4 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
ARC/HDS Surry County Group Home #3
145 N Gilmer ST, Mount Airy, NC 27030
7.8 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Meadowview II/Marshall Park/Graniteview
407 Price St, Mount Airy, NC 27030
8 mi away
300 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Mount Airy
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Cac of Surry Co.
213 Broad Street, Mount Airy, NC 27030
8.2 mi away
10 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Globe Tobacco Lofts
838 S Main Street, Mt Airy, NC 27030
8.3 mi away
43 units · 34 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Arc/Hds Surry County Group Home #1
910 Spring Street, Mount Airy, NC 27030
8.4 mi away
6 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
ARC/HDS Surry County Group Home #5 (ICF/MR)
1305 Park Dr, Mount Airy, NC 27030
9.1 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 24317
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,140/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $45,600/yr
- Renters in 24317 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 10%
Income limits (2026)
Carroll County-Galax city, VA area · median family income $71,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,800 | $28,000 | $44,750 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $32,000 | $51,150 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $36,000 | $57,550 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,950 | $63,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $43,150 | $69,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $46,350 | $74,150 |
| 7 | $49,550 | $49,550 | $79,250 |
| 8 | $52,750 | $52,750 | $84,350 |
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 | 24317 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $970 | $799 |
| 1 bedroom | $970 | $803 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,140 | $943 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,580 | $1,306 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,830 | $1,510 |
Wider area = Carroll County-Galax city, VA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (27030) to $1,160 (24053).
Census figures for 24317 (2020–2024 average): median rent $764. Median household income $38,412. 24% of homes are rented. 10% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 4% 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 24317's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 24317Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Cana, VA 24317?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Cana, VA 24317, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Cana, VA 24317 have openings?
These lists for Cana, VA 24317 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Cana, VA 24317?
Use the phone number on each building card in Cana, VA 24317. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Cana, VA 24317?
In Cana, VA 24317, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 24317?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 24317 right now. 19 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 24317?
Yes — this page also lists 19 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Cana, VA 24317 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Cana, VA 24317?
Most income-restricted buildings in Cana, VA 24317 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 $28,000, and $39,950 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($44,750 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 Cana, VA 24317?
For many programs in Cana, VA 24317, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $28,000 a year for 1 person and $39,950 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $44,750 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Cana, VA 24317?
There is no single waiting list for Cana, VA 24317. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Cana, VA 24317?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Cana, VA 24317?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Cana, VA 24317, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Cana, VA 24317 is $1,140 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Cana, VA 24317?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Cana, VA 24317. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Cana, VA 24317?
This page may still list buildings in Cana, VA 24317 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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.
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