Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Ruffin, NC 27326
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 27326 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Ruffin, NC 27326. 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 27326
Ashlawn View Group Home
119 Ashlawn Dr, Danville, VA 24541
9.6 mi away
4 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Southwyck Hills Apartments
113-115 North Hills Court, Danville, VA 24541
10 mi away
116 units · 1–4+ BR
Upper Street
608 Upper Street and 401-411 Floyd Street, Danville, VA 24541
10.2 mi away
10 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Ingram Heights
137 New Ingram Rd Apt, Danville, VA 24541
10.2 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Danville Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Cardinal Village
667 Cardinal Pl, Danville, VA 24541
10.6 mi away
133 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Danville Redevelopment & Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Pleasant View
103 Pleasant View Ave Apt, Danville, VA 24541
11.3 mi away
74 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Danville Redevelopment & Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Seeland Crossing Phase I-III
103 Seeland Rd Apt, Danville, VA 24541
11.8 mi away
150 units · 96 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Danville Redevelopment & Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 9 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Cedar Terrace
628 Holbrook St, Danville, VA 24541
12.1 mi away
134 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Danville Redevelopment & Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Dan River Crossing
601 Bridge St, Danville, VA 24541
12.7 mi away
74 units · 60 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 27326
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 27326 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 23%
Income limits (2026)
Rockingham County, NC area · median family income $76,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,450 | $27,450 | $43,900 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,350 | $50,150 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $35,250 | $56,400 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,150 | $62,650 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $42,300 | $67,700 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $45,450 | $72,700 |
| 7 | $48,550 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 8 | $51,700 | $51,700 | $82,700 |
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 | 27326 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $730 | $705 |
| 1 bedroom | $770 | $774 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,012 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,270 | $1,236 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,554 |
Wider area = Rockingham County, NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (27311) to $1,260 (27315).
Census figures for 27326 (2020–2024 average): median rent $650. Median household income $79,375. 12% of homes are rented. 23% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 16% 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 27326's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 27326Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Ruffin, NC 27326?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Ruffin, NC 27326, 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 Ruffin, NC 27326 have openings?
These lists for Ruffin, NC 27326 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 Ruffin, NC 27326?
Use the phone number on each building card in Ruffin, NC 27326. 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 Ruffin, NC 27326?
In Ruffin, NC 27326, 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 27326?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 27326 right now. 17 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 27326?
Yes — this page also lists 17 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Ruffin, NC 27326 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Ruffin, NC 27326?
Most income-restricted buildings in Ruffin, NC 27326 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 $27,450, and $39,150 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($43,900 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 Ruffin, NC 27326?
For many programs in Ruffin, NC 27326, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,450 a year for 1 person and $39,150 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $43,900 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 Ruffin, NC 27326?
There is no single waiting list for Ruffin, NC 27326. 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 Ruffin, NC 27326?
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 Ruffin, NC 27326?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Ruffin, NC 27326, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Ruffin, NC 27326 is $1,010 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 Ruffin, NC 27326?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Ruffin, NC 27326. 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 Ruffin, NC 27326?
This page may still list buildings in Ruffin, NC 27326 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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