Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Cliffside, NC 28024
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 28024 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Cliffside, NC 28024. 24 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 28024
The 20 closest of 24 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Gracen's Ridge
338 a West College Avenue, Boiling Springs, NC 28017
4.6 mi away
13 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Rutherford Manor I Apts
775 S Church St, Forest City, NC 28043
8 mi away
116 units · 1–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
The Highlands Apts
171 Butler Rd, Forest City, NC 28043
8.8 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
ARC/HDS Rutherford County Group Home #1
132 Bellvue St, Forest City, NC 28043
8.8 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Limestone Court
Gaffney, SC 29341
9.2 mi away
98 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Gaffney
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Granard Court
Gaffney, SC 29341
9.2 mi away
58 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Gaffney
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Beltline Courts
Gaffney, SC 29341
9.2 mi away
62 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Gaffney
- Residents waited about 13 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
ARC/HDS Rutherford County Group Home #2
701 W Main Dr, Forest City, NC 28043
9.2 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Amity Apartments
181 Amity Dr Apt B1, Forest City, NC 28043
9.4 mi away
149 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Forest City Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Town & Country Apartments
106 Ellis Ferry Avenue, Gaffney, SC 29341
12.3 mi away
30 units · Studio–1 BR
Fairfield Apartment
100 Fairfield Dr, Gaffney, SC 29341
12.3 mi away
60 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Redwood Village Apts, ALP
100 Redwood Cir, Gaffney, SC 29341
12.5 mi away
51 units · 50 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Iveywood Park Apts Phase II
114 Martin Ln, Gaffney, SC 29341
12.6 mi away
32 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Iveywood Park Apts
112 Martin Ln, Gaffney, SC 29341
12.6 mi away
64 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 28024
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Rutherford County, NC area · median family income $77,200. 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 | 28024 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $860 | $861 |
| 1 bedroom | $860 | $866 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,012 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,354 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,390 | $1,374 |
Wider area = Rutherford County, NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 8 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (29341) to $1,060 (28074).
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 28024's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 28024Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Cliffside, NC 28024?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Cliffside, NC 28024, 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 Cliffside, NC 28024 have openings?
These lists for Cliffside, NC 28024 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 Cliffside, NC 28024?
Use the phone number on each building card in Cliffside, NC 28024. 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 Cliffside, NC 28024?
In Cliffside, NC 28024, 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 28024?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 28024 right now. 24 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 28024?
Yes — this page also lists 24 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Cliffside, NC 28024 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Cliffside, NC 28024?
Most income-restricted buildings in Cliffside, NC 28024 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 Cliffside, NC 28024?
For many programs in Cliffside, NC 28024, 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 Cliffside, NC 28024?
There is no single waiting list for Cliffside, NC 28024. 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 Cliffside, NC 28024?
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 Cliffside, NC 28024?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Cliffside, NC 28024, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Cliffside, NC 28024 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 Cliffside, NC 28024?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Cliffside, NC 28024. 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 Cliffside, NC 28024?
This page may still list buildings in Cliffside, NC 28024 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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