How many low income apartments are in Clayton, NC?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Clayton with approximately 337 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Clayton?

Tenant-paid rents in Clayton's assisted buildings typically range from about $360 to $440 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Clayton?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Clayton?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Johnston County: about $1,596/mo for one-bedroom and $1,750/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Clayton, NC

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Clayton with roughly 337 assisted units — including 7 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $360 to $440 per month.

assisted properties

337

subsidized units

$400

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Clayton

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Clayton

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Cobblers Station Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	72	—	—
Riverwood Haven LIHTCPB Section 8	60	—	—
Clayton Manor Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Lions Spring LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Heritage Court Apts PB Section 8	36	$360	—
Village Gardens §202 Senior	36	$440	—
Cleveland School Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	25	—	—
Clayton Court Phase Ii PB Section 8	4	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Clayton (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Cobblers Station Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	72	—	—
Riverwood Haven LIHTCPB Section 8	60	—	—
Clayton Manor Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Lions Spring LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Heritage Court Apts PB Section 8	36	$360	—
Cleveland School Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	25	—	—
Clayton Court Phase Ii PB Section 8	4	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Johnston County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Johnston County: studio $1,524, 1-BR $1,596, 2-BR $1,750, 3-BR $2,196, 4-BR $2,936.

Full FMR table for Johnston County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Clayton

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.