How many low income apartments are in Holly Springs, NC?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Holly Springs with approximately 443 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Holly Springs?

Tenant-paid rents in Holly Springs's assisted buildings typically range from about $353 to $427 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 Holly Springs?

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 Holly Springs?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Wake 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 Holly Springs, NC

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Holly Springs with roughly 443 assisted units — including 7 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $353 to $427 per month.

assisted properties

443

subsidized units

$390

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Holly Springs

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Holly Springs

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Sportsmanship Crossing LIHTCPB Section 8	124	—	—
Holly Woods at Sunset Lake LIHTCPB Section 8	64	—	—
The Woods at Avent Ferry LIHTCPB Section 8	64	—	—
Maple Ridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Maple Ridge Apts Phii LIHTCPB Section 8	45	—	—
Holly Springs Ii §202 Senior	40	$427	—
Timber Springs Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	39	—	—
Holly Springs Dba Dorothy N. Allen PB Section 8	17	$353	—

Section 8 apartments in Holly Springs (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
Sportsmanship Crossing LIHTCPB Section 8	124	—	—
Holly Woods at Sunset Lake LIHTCPB Section 8	64	—	—
The Woods at Avent Ferry LIHTCPB Section 8	64	—	—
Maple Ridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Maple Ridge Apts Phii LIHTCPB Section 8	45	—	—
Timber Springs Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	39	—	—
Holly Springs Dba Dorothy N. Allen PB Section 8	17	$353	—

Voucher rent limits: Wake County Fair Market Rents

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

Full FMR table for Wake County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Holly Springs

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.