Walnut Terrace Public Housing Raleigh, NC
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Walnut Terrace is a Public Housing community in Raleigh, NC with 145 units reporting 99% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $691/month on average. The property reported a typical wait of roughly 17 months.
145
total units
99%
occupancy
$691
avg resident rent
17 mo
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 130 Gas Light Creek Ct, Raleigh, NC 27601 Map → |
| Average household income | $30,764/yr |
| Average personal income | $19,211/yr |
| People per unit | 1.6 |
| Moved in within last year | 10% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 52% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 87% |
| One-bedroom share | 77% |
How to apply at Walnut Terrace
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 130 Gas Light Creek 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 (~$691/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Summit at Sawyer LIHTCPB Section 8 | Raleigh | 0.8 km |
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| Crystal Cove Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | Raleigh | 2 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Walnut Terrace 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 Walnut Terrace?
Residents report average rents near $691/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 Walnut Terrace?
Contact the management office at 130 Gas Light Creek 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.