Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Walstonburg, NC 27888
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 27888 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Walstonburg, NC 27888. 10 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 27888
MHA Housing of Eastern NC
505 Hemphill Dr., Stantonsburg, NC 27883
4.7 mi away
50 units · 48 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Forest Village Apts
4753 Forest Village Drive, Farmville, NC 27828
6.7 mi away
50 units · 1–3 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Deerfield II
3314 Lynch St, Fountain, NC 27829
7.2 mi away
20 units · 1–3 BR
- 8 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Hunters Ridge Apts
3720 Powder Horne Ln, Farmville, NC 27828
7.4 mi away
25 units · 1–3 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
The Dogwoods Residential Properties Mgmt.
4352 S Main St, Farmville, NC 27828
7.8 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
Cac of Pitt Co.
4331 Belcher St, Farmville, NC 27828
7.9 mi away
11 units · 10 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Pine Grove Apts.
4284 Anderson Ave, Farmville, NC 27828
7.9 mi away
35 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Farmville Housing Authority
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 27888
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 27888 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 7%
Income limits (2026)
Greene County, NC area · median family income $63,400. 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 | 27888 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $860 | $864 |
| 1 bedroom | $890 | $899 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,012 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,320 | $1,265 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,660 | $1,531 |
Wider area = Greene County, NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (27873) to $1,120 (27828).
Census figures for 27888 (2020–2024 average): median rent $593. Median household income $55,167. 26% of homes are rented. 7% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 7% 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 27888's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 27888Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Walstonburg, NC 27888?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Walstonburg, NC 27888, 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 Walstonburg, NC 27888 have openings?
These lists for Walstonburg, NC 27888 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 Walstonburg, NC 27888?
Use the phone number on each building card in Walstonburg, NC 27888. 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 Walstonburg, NC 27888?
In Walstonburg, NC 27888, 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 27888?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 27888 right now. 10 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 27888?
Yes — this page also lists 10 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Walstonburg, NC 27888 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Walstonburg, NC 27888?
Most income-restricted buildings in Walstonburg, NC 27888 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 Walstonburg, NC 27888?
For many programs in Walstonburg, NC 27888, 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 Walstonburg, NC 27888?
There is no single waiting list for Walstonburg, NC 27888. 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 Walstonburg, NC 27888?
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 Walstonburg, NC 27888?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Walstonburg, NC 27888, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Walstonburg, NC 27888 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 Walstonburg, NC 27888?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Walstonburg, NC 27888. 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 Walstonburg, NC 27888?
This page may still list buildings in Walstonburg, NC 27888 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; 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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