How many low income apartments are in Elkin, NC?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Elkin with approximately 278 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Elkin?

Most assisted households in Elkin pay roughly 30% of adjusted income toward rent under federal programs.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Elkin?

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 Elkin?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Surry County: about $705/mo for one-bedroom and $925/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Elkin, NC

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Elkin with roughly 278 assisted units — including 6 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data.

assisted properties

278

subsidized units

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typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Elkin

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Elkin

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Elkin Ridge Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	66	—	—
Cooper Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Woodland Bluff LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Elk Court Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Maple Ridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	38	—	—
Chatham Woods LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Elkin (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
Elkin Ridge Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	66	—	—
Cooper Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Woodland Bluff LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Elk Court Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Maple Ridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	38	—	—
Chatham Woods LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Surry County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Surry County: studio $700, 1-BR $705, 2-BR $925, 3-BR $1,109, 4-BR $1,406.

Full FMR table for Surry County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Elkin

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.