Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Efland, NC 27243
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 27243 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Efland, NC 27243. 18 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 27243
Cedar Hill Apts
275 South 11th Street, Mebane, NC 27302
3.7 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
3.7 mi away
20 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Arc/Hds Alamance Co Gh #7
450 E McPHERSON DR, Mebane, NC 27302
4.1 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Arc/Hds Alamance Co Gh #1
700 S 2nd St, Mebane, NC 27302
4.5 mi away
6 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Arc/Hds Alamance Co Gh #5
108 Laramie DR, Mebane, NC 27302
4.9 mi away
7 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Coachwood Apt
200 Cheshire Drive, Hillsborough, NC 27278
5.1 mi away
81 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Oakwood Apts
714 N. Carr Street, Mebane, NC 27302
5.2 mi away
104 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
CHC of Orange County
202 N Nash St, Hillsborough, NC 27278
5.2 mi away
6 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Brighton Place Apts
1139 N First St, Mebane, NC 27302
5.6 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Whitted Forest
Holiday Park Rd Us Hwy 70, Hillsborough, NC 27278
5.6 mi away
35 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Hampton Pointe Apartments
490 Hampton Pointe Boulevard, Hillsborough, NC 27278
6.5 mi away
48 units · 2–3 BR
Cedar Ridge Apartments
181 Wilkins Rd, Haw River, NC 27258
8.6 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 27243
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,540/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $61,600/yr
- Renters in 27243 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 44%
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 | 27243 | 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 $1,220 (27258) to $1,620 (27278).
Census figures for 27243 (2020–2024 average): median rent $858. Median household income $84,348. 7% of homes are rented. 44% 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 27243's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 27243Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Efland, NC 27243?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Efland, NC 27243, 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 Efland, NC 27243 have openings?
These lists for Efland, NC 27243 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 Efland, NC 27243?
Use the phone number on each building card in Efland, NC 27243. 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 Efland, NC 27243?
In Efland, NC 27243, 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 27243?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 27243 right now. 18 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 27243?
Yes — this page also lists 18 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Efland, NC 27243 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Efland, NC 27243?
Most income-restricted buildings in Efland, NC 27243 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 Efland, NC 27243?
For many programs in Efland, NC 27243, 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 Efland, NC 27243?
There is no single waiting list for Efland, NC 27243. 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 Efland, NC 27243?
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 Efland, NC 27243?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Efland, NC 27243, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Efland, NC 27243 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 Efland, NC 27243?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Efland, NC 27243. 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 Efland, NC 27243?
This page may still list buildings in Efland, NC 27243 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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