Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Elkin, NC 28621
9 affordable buildings in 28621 · 13 more within 9 mi
Elkin, NC 28621 has 9 income-restricted buildings: 6 tax credit, 1 Section 8, 3 senior, and 4 usda rural. 13 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 28621
Arc/Hds Surry County Group Home #2
534 Elk Spur St, Elkin, NC 28621
6 units · 5 income-restricted · People with disabilities
Woodrun Apts
200 Lyles St, Elkin, NC 28621
58 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Collinswood Apts
250 Lyles St, Elkin, NC 28621
52 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 28621 match this filter.
Nearby
Arc/Hds Yadkin County Gh
130 Williams St, Boonville, NC 27011
5.5 mi away
6 units · 5 income-restricted · People with disabilities
Yadkin Home Place
160 River Rd, Boonville, NC 27011
5.6 mi away
6 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Shamrock Terrace
200 Hamby Rd, Dobson, NC 27017
9.3 mi away
32 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Dobson Village Apts
101 Village Circle, Dobson, NC 27017
9.5 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 28621
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,060/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,400/yr
- Renters in 28621 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
Income limits (2026)
Surry County, NC area · median family income $72,700. 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 | 28621 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $830 | $769 |
| 1 bedroom | $840 | $774 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,060 | $1,012 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,300 | $1,206 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,490 | $1,370 |
Wider area = Surry County, NC.
Census figures for 28621 (2020–2024 average): median rent $783. Median household income $53,616. 31% of homes are rented. 49% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 27% 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 28621's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 28621Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Elkin, NC 28621?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Elkin, NC 28621, 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 Elkin, NC 28621 have openings?
These lists for Elkin, NC 28621 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 Elkin, NC 28621?
Use the phone number on each building card in Elkin, NC 28621. 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 Elkin, NC 28621?
In Elkin, NC 28621, 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 28621?
This directory lists 9 income-restricted buildings in Elkin, NC 28621. 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 28621?
Yes — this page also lists 13 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Elkin, NC 28621 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Elkin, NC 28621?
Most income-restricted buildings in Elkin, NC 28621 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 Elkin, NC 28621?
For many programs in Elkin, NC 28621, 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 Elkin, NC 28621?
There is no single waiting list for Elkin, NC 28621. 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 Elkin, NC 28621?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Elkin, NC 28621. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Elkin, NC 28621?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Elkin, NC 28621, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Elkin, NC 28621 is $1,060 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 Elkin, NC 28621?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Elkin, NC 28621. 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 Elkin, NC 28621?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Elkin, NC 28621. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, 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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