Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 28512 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Atlantic Beach, NC 28512. 17 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 28512
Blue Point Bay
201 Old Murdoch Road, Newport, NC 28570
3.1 mi away
64 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Cac of Carteret Co.
406 Brooks St., Morehead City, NC 28557
3.3 mi away
9 units · 8 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Westwood Square Apt
411 Brook St, Morehead City, NC 28557
3.4 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Edenbridge
501 Brooks Street, Morehead City, NC 28557
3.4 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Elijah's Landing
3200 Bridges Street, Morehead City, NC 28557
3.8 mi away
168 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Kings Terrace & Macon Court
2112 Bay St Apt, Morehead City, NC 28557
4.6 mi away
127 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 37 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Crystal Coast Apartments
224-234 Yaupin Terrace, Morehead City, NC 28557
4.8 mi away
50 units · 47 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Bayview Homes A-E
1300 Bay St, Morehead City, NC 28557
5.2 mi away
5 units
- Apply through Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Bayview Homes K-R
1300 Bay St, Morehead City, NC 28557
5.2 mi away
8 units
- Apply through Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority
Bayview Homes F-J
1300 Bay St, Morehead City, NC 28557
5.2 mi away
5 units
- Apply through Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority
Arc/Hds Carteret Co Gh
2331 N Lakeview Dr, Newport, NC 28570
7.5 mi away
6 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Castle Glen
1800 Pollard Court, Newport, NC 28570
7.6 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Beaufort Manor Apartments - Phase II
1300 Professional Park Drive, Beaufort, NC 28557
11.6 mi away
25 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 28512
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,250/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,000/yr
- Renters in 28512 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 61%
Income limits (2026)
Carteret County, NC area · median family income $103,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,750 | $36,250 | $58,000 |
| 2 | $24,850 | $41,400 | $66,250 |
| 3 | $27,950 | $46,600 | $74,550 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $51,750 | $82,800 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $55,900 | $89,450 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $60,050 | $96,050 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $64,200 | $102,700 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $68,350 | $109,300 |
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 | 28512 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $950 | $970 |
| 1 bedroom | $960 | $976 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,250 | $1,277 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,570 | $1,607 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,090 | $2,132 |
Wider area = Carteret County, NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,170 (28570) to $1,860 (28594).
Census figures for 28512 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,223. Median household income $91,488. 21% of homes are rented. 61% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 28512's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 28512Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Atlantic Beach, NC 28512?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Atlantic Beach, NC 28512, 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 Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 have openings?
These lists for Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 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 Atlantic Beach, NC 28512?
Use the phone number on each building card in Atlantic Beach, NC 28512. 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 Atlantic Beach, NC 28512?
In Atlantic Beach, NC 28512, 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 28512?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 28512 right now. 17 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 28512?
Yes — this page also lists 17 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Atlantic Beach, NC 28512?
Most income-restricted buildings in Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 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 $36,250, and $51,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($58,000 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 Atlantic Beach, NC 28512?
For many programs in Atlantic Beach, NC 28512, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,250 a year for 1 person and $51,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $58,000 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 Atlantic Beach, NC 28512?
There is no single waiting list for Atlantic Beach, NC 28512. 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 Atlantic Beach, NC 28512?
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 Atlantic Beach, NC 28512?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Atlantic Beach, NC 28512, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 is $1,250 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 Atlantic Beach, NC 28512?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Atlantic Beach, NC 28512. 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 Atlantic Beach, NC 28512?
This page may still list buildings in Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 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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