How many low income apartments are in Hertford, NC?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Hertford with approximately 159 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Hertford?

Tenant-paid rents in Hertford's assisted buildings typically range from about $311 to $352 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 Hertford?

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 Hertford?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Perquimans County: about $804/mo for one-bedroom and $999/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Hertford, NC

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Hertford with roughly 159 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $311 to $352 per month.

assisted properties

159

subsidized units

$332

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Hertford

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Hertford

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Kingview/riverview/stokes PB Section 8	85	$352	—
Albemarle Village Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Wynne Fork Drive PB Section 8	32	$311	—
Perquimans Coun §811	6	—	—
Brace Quadplex LIHTCPB Section 8	—	—	—
Duplex LIHTCPB Section 8	—	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Hertford (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
Kingview/riverview/stokes PB Section 8	85	$352	—
Albemarle Village Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Wynne Fork Drive PB Section 8	32	$311	—
Brace Quadplex LIHTCPB Section 8	—	—	—
Duplex LIHTCPB Section 8	—	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Perquimans County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Perquimans County: studio $799, 1-BR $804, 2-BR $999, 3-BR $1,382, 4-BR $1,387.

Full FMR table for Perquimans County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Hertford

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.