The Oaks Public Housing Raleigh, NC
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
The Oaks is a Public Housing community in Raleigh, NC with 50 units reporting 94% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $456/month on average. The property reported a typical wait of roughly 118 months.
50
total units
94%
occupancy
$456
avg resident rent
118 mo
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 590 Lipscomb Ct, Raleigh, NC 27609 Map → |
| Average household income | $18,749/yr |
| Average personal income | $6,294/yr |
| People per unit | 3 |
| Moved in within last year | 6% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 81% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
How to apply at The Oaks
Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
- Call or visit the management office at 590 Lipscomb Ct, Raleigh; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$456/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Towers Ii LIHTCPB Section 8 | Raleigh | 1.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does The Oaks have?
Public Housing. Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
How much is rent at The Oaks?
Residents report average rents near $456/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at The Oaks?
Contact the management office at 590 Lipscomb Ct in Raleigh. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.