Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Wendell, NC 27591
7 affordable buildings in 27591 · 242 more within 9 mi
Wendell, NC 27591 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 6 tax credit, 1 public housing, 1 Section 8, 2 senior, and 3 usda rural. 242 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 27591
Wake Co Ha
503 Cook St Apt, Wendell, NC 27591
116 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Wake
- Residents waited about 37 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Crestfield Apartments
701 Marshburn Rd, Wendell, NC 27591
40 units · 1 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Robinwood Apts
84 Hanor Ln, Wendell, NC 27591
84 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Hampton Downs Apts
100 Cedarfield Ct, Wendell, NC 27591
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Cedar Spring - a Senior Living Community
110 S Hollybrook Road, Wendell, NC 27591
20 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No buildings in 27591 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 242 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Eagle Trace Apts
603 G Worth Hinton Road, Zebulon, NC 27597
4.2 mi away
40 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
The Maples Apartments
302 E Primrose Pl, Zebulon, NC 27597
4.8 mi away
36 units · 2–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Jacobs Property
801 N Privette St, Zebulon, NC 27597
5.4 mi away
4 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Westgate Village Apt
113 Sills Ave, Knightdale, NC 27545
5.5 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Scattered Site
1700 Lake Trout Ln, Raleigh, NC 27610
9 mi away
108 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
River Knoll 5605 Bringle Court
5605 Bringle Court, Raleigh, NC 27610
9.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
River Knoll 5603 Bringle Court
5603 Bringle Court, Raleigh, NC 27610
9.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
River Knoll 5601 Bringle Court
5601 Bringle Court, Raleigh, NC 27610
9.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
River Knoll 5507 Bringle Court
5507 Bringle Court, Raleigh, NC 27610
9.2 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
River Knoll 5509 Bringle Court
5509 Bringle Court, Raleigh, NC 27610
9.2 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
River Knoll 5513 Bringle Court
5513 Bringle Court, Raleigh, NC 27610
9.2 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
River Knoll
5515 Bringle Court, Raleigh, NC 27610
9.2 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 27591
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,440/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $57,600/yr
- Renters in 27591 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 56%
Income limits (2026)
Raleigh-Cary, NC area · median family income $132,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $27,800 | $46,350 | $74,100 |
| 2 | $31,800 | $52,950 | $84,700 |
| 3 | $35,750 | $59,550 | $95,300 |
| 4 | $39,700 | $66,150 | $105,850 |
| 5 | $42,900 | $71,450 | $114,350 |
| 6 | $46,100 | $76,750 | $122,800 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $82,050 | $131,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $87,350 | $139,750 |
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 | 27591 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,270 | $1,489 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,320 | $1,552 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,689 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,790 | $2,103 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,410 | $2,823 |
Wider area = Raleigh-Cary, NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,220 (27597) to $1,900 (27527).
Census figures for 27591 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,341. Median household income $85,224. 20% of homes are rented. 56% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 19% 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 27591's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 27591Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Wendell, NC 27591?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Wendell, NC 27591, 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 Wendell, NC 27591 have openings?
These lists for Wendell, NC 27591 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 Wendell, NC 27591?
Use the phone number on each building card in Wendell, NC 27591. 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 Wendell, NC 27591?
In Wendell, NC 27591, 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 27591?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Wendell, NC 27591. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 27591?
Yes — this page also lists 242 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Wendell, NC 27591 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Wendell, NC 27591?
Most income-restricted buildings in Wendell, NC 27591 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 $46,350, and $66,150 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($74,100 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 Wendell, NC 27591?
For many programs in Wendell, NC 27591, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $46,350 a year for 1 person and $66,150 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $74,100 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 Wendell, NC 27591?
There is no single waiting list for Wendell, NC 27591. 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 Wendell, NC 27591?
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. This page lists public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Wendell, NC 27591. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Wendell, NC 27591?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Wendell, NC 27591, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Wendell, NC 27591 is $1,440 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 Wendell, NC 27591?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Wendell, NC 27591. 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 Wendell, NC 27591?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Wendell, NC 27591. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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