Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Durham, NC 27703
18 affordable buildings in 27703 · 94 more within 10 mi
Durham, NC 27703 has 18 income-restricted buildings: 13 tax credit, 1 public housing, and 4 Section 8. 94 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 27703
Franklin Villages aka Holman Homes
1242 Taylor Street, Durham, NC 27703
83 units · 46 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Hoover Rd
1126 S Hoover Rd Apt 1, Durham, NC 27703
54 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Durham
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Arc/Hds Durham Co Gh #4
311 Melbourne Street, Durham, NC 27703
6 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Franklin Village
124 N Holman Street, Durham, NC 27703
83 units · 74 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Springwood Park Apts
3004 Ivey Wood Ln, Durham, NC 27703
100 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Murdoch Place
206 Gary St, Durham, NC 27703
32 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Clements Triplex
109 Young St, Durham, NC 27703
3 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Clements Duplex
1404 E Main St, Durham, NC 27703
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Fiske St Apts
925 Fiske St, Durham, NC 27703
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 27703 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 94 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
The Oaks at Brier Creek
Globe Road, Raleigh, NC 27560
4 mi away
144 units · 120 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Arc/Hds Durham Co Gh #5
23 Cambian Pl, Durham, NC 27704
4.7 mi away
6 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
McDougald Ter
14A Dorothy Dr, Durham, NC 27701
4.7 mi away
283 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Durham
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Harrell-Smith Apts
1405 Harrell Avenue, Durham, NC 27701
4.9 mi away
3 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Harrell Apts
1401 Mathison Avenue, Durham, NC 27707
4.9 mi away
4 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Scattered Sites
1103 Lowry Ave, Durham, NC 27701
5 mi away
50 units · 1 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Durham
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Morning Glory
1107 Morning Glory Ave, Durham, NC 27701
5 mi away
25 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Lovett Square
211 Stokes Street, Durham, NC 27701
5 mi away
60 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Wingate Duplex
1504 N Hyde Park Ave, Durham, NC 27701
5.1 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Worth Street
1010 Worth St, Durham, NC 27701
5.1 mi away
1 unit
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Durham
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Calvert Place
930 E Main St, Durham, NC 27701
5.1 mi away
43 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Watkins Duplex
716 Liberty St, Durham, NC 27701
5.2 mi away
2 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Hopkins Street Apts
705 Hopkins St, Durham, NC 27701
5.2 mi away
4 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Durham Hosiery Mill
804 Angier Avenue, Durham, NC 27701
5.2 mi away
151 units · 150 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 27703
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,830/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $73,200/yr
- Renters in 27703 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
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 | 27703 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,570 | $1,498 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,630 | $1,554 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,830 | $1,745 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,270 | $2,161 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,610 | $2,486 |
Wider area = Durham-Chapel Hill, NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 10 nearby ZIPs range from $1,590 (27701) to $2,120 (27560).
Census figures for 27703 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,584. Median household income $89,317. 34% of homes are rented. 52% 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 27703's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 27703Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Durham, NC 27703?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Durham, NC 27703, 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 Durham, NC 27703 have openings?
These lists for Durham, NC 27703 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 Durham, NC 27703?
Use the phone number on each building card in Durham, NC 27703. 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 Durham, NC 27703?
In Durham, NC 27703, 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 27703?
This directory lists 18 income-restricted buildings in Durham, NC 27703. 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 27703?
Yes — this page also lists 94 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Durham, NC 27703 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Durham, NC 27703?
Most income-restricted buildings in Durham, NC 27703 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 Durham, NC 27703?
For many programs in Durham, NC 27703, 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 Durham, NC 27703?
There is no single waiting list for Durham, NC 27703. 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 Durham, NC 27703?
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 Durham, NC 27703. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Durham, NC 27703?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Durham, NC 27703, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Durham, NC 27703 is $1,830 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 Durham, NC 27703?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Durham, NC 27703. 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 Durham, NC 27703?
This page may still list buildings in Durham, NC 27703 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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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