Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Raleigh, NC 27611
2 affordable buildings in 27611 · 425 more within 7 mi
Raleigh, NC 27611 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit and 1 senior. 425 more are listed within 7 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 27611
Wynwood Place
709 713 717 801 Vardaman St, Raleigh, NC 27611
24 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 27611 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 425 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Easter Seals United Cerebral Palsey NC Housing
1351 Ashcraft Lane, Raleigh, NC 27604
0.6 mi away
82 units · 70 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Capital Park (HOPE VI Construction)
181 Oak Chase Ln, Raleigh, NC 27604
0.7 mi away
60 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh
- Residents waited about 30 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Raleigh Millbank Apartments
1500 N Raleigh Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27610
0.8 mi away
230 units · 229 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Glascock Manor P
2120 Glascock St, Raleigh, NC 27610
0.8 mi away
28 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Glascock Manor
909 N King Charles Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610
0.9 mi away
27 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Gregory Oaks
280 Seawell Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27601
1 mi away
32 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Murphey School
443 N Person St, Raleigh, NC 27601
1 mi away
52 units · 51 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Park Glen
833 Dalewood Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
1.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Park Glen
821 Dalewood Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
1.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Park Glen
813 Dalewood Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
1.1 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Park Glen
815 Dalewood Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
1.1 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Park Glen
817 Dalewood Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
1.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Park Glen
819 Dalewood Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
1.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Park Glen
831 Dalewood Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
1.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Park Glen
829 Dalewood Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
1.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Park Glen
827 Dalewood Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
1.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 27611
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,740/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $69,600/yr
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 | 27611 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,530 | $1,489 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,600 | $1,552 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,740 | $1,689 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,170 | $2,103 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,910 | $2,823 |
Wider area = Raleigh-Cary, NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,420 (27610) to $1,950 (27612).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 27611's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 27611Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Raleigh, NC 27611?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Raleigh, NC 27611, 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 Raleigh, NC 27611 have openings?
These lists for Raleigh, NC 27611 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 Raleigh, NC 27611?
Use the phone number on each building card in Raleigh, NC 27611. 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 Raleigh, NC 27611?
In Raleigh, NC 27611, 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 27611?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Raleigh, NC 27611. 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 27611?
Yes — this page also lists 425 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Raleigh, NC 27611 (within about 7 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Raleigh, NC 27611?
Most income-restricted buildings in Raleigh, NC 27611 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 Raleigh, NC 27611?
For many programs in Raleigh, NC 27611, 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 Raleigh, NC 27611?
There is no single waiting list for Raleigh, NC 27611. 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 Raleigh, NC 27611?
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 tax-credit apartments in Raleigh, NC 27611. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Raleigh, NC 27611?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Raleigh, NC 27611, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Raleigh, NC 27611 is $1,740 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 Raleigh, NC 27611?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Raleigh, NC 27611. 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 Raleigh, NC 27611?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Raleigh, NC 27611. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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