Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Cedar Grove, NC 27231
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 27231 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Cedar Grove, NC 27231. 17 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 27231
Brighton Place Apts
1139 N First St, Mebane, NC 27302
7.7 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Arc/Hds Alamance Co Gh #5
108 Laramie DR, Mebane, NC 27302
7.8 mi away
7 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Oakwood Apts
714 N. Carr Street, Mebane, NC 27302
8 mi away
104 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Cedar Hill Apts
275 South 11th Street, Mebane, NC 27302
8.7 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Elmwood Apartments
616 Oakwood St, Mebane, NC 27302
8.7 mi away
20 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Whitted Forest
Holiday Park Rd Us Hwy 70, Hillsborough, NC 27278
8.8 mi away
35 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
CHC of Orange County
202 N Nash St, Hillsborough, NC 27278
8.9 mi away
6 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Arc/Hds Alamance Co Gh #1
700 S 2nd St, Mebane, NC 27302
9.1 mi away
6 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Arc/Hds Alamance Co Gh #7
450 E McPHERSON DR, Mebane, NC 27302
9.3 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Coachwood Apt
200 Cheshire Drive, Hillsborough, NC 27278
10.5 mi away
81 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Hampton Pointe Apartments
490 Hampton Pointe Boulevard, Hillsborough, NC 27278
10.7 mi away
48 units · 2–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 27231
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,540/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $61,600/yr
- Renters in 27231 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 80%
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 | 27231 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,280 | $1,498 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,360 | $1,554 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,540 | $1,745 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,910 | $2,161 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,280 | $2,486 |
Wider area = Durham-Chapel Hill, NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $1,540 (27302) to $1,620 (27278).
Census figures for 27231 (2020–2024 average): median rent $690 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $64,471. 17% of homes are rented. 80% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 6% 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 27231's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 27231Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Cedar Grove, NC 27231?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Cedar Grove, NC 27231, 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 Cedar Grove, NC 27231 have openings?
These lists for Cedar Grove, NC 27231 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 Cedar Grove, NC 27231?
Use the phone number on each building card in Cedar Grove, NC 27231. 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 Cedar Grove, NC 27231?
In Cedar Grove, NC 27231, 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 27231?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 27231 right now. 17 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 27231?
Yes — this page also lists 17 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Cedar Grove, NC 27231 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Cedar Grove, NC 27231?
Most income-restricted buildings in Cedar Grove, NC 27231 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 Cedar Grove, NC 27231?
For many programs in Cedar Grove, NC 27231, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Cedar Grove, NC 27231?
There is no single waiting list for Cedar Grove, NC 27231. 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 Cedar Grove, NC 27231?
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 Cedar Grove, NC 27231?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Cedar Grove, NC 27231, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Cedar Grove, NC 27231 is $1,540 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 Cedar Grove, NC 27231?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Cedar Grove, NC 27231. 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 Cedar Grove, NC 27231?
This page may still list buildings in Cedar Grove, NC 27231 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; 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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