How many low income apartments are in Mebane, NC?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Mebane with approximately 356 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Mebane?

Tenant-paid rents in Mebane's assisted buildings typically range from about $358 to $371 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 Mebane?

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 Mebane?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Alamance County: about $1,230/mo for one-bedroom and $1,348/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Mebane, NC

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Mebane with roughly 356 assisted units — including 8 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 $358 to $371 per month.

assisted properties

356

subsidized units

$365

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Mebane

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Mebane

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Deerfield Crossing Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	120	—	—
Mebane Mill Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	75	—	—
Tanglewood Apartments PB Section 8	53	$371	—
Westhampton Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Cedar Hill LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Elmwood Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	20	$358	—
Arc/hds Alamance 7 §811	6	—	—
Alamance 1 PB Section 8	5	—	—
Arc/hds Alamanc PB Section 8	5	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Mebane (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
Deerfield Crossing Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	120	—	—
Mebane Mill Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	75	—	—
Tanglewood Apartments PB Section 8	53	$371	—
Westhampton Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Cedar Hill LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Elmwood Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	20	$358	—
Alamance 1 PB Section 8	5	—	—
Arc/hds Alamanc PB Section 8	5	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Alamance County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Alamance County: studio $992, 1-BR $1,230, 2-BR $1,348, 3-BR $1,670, 4-BR $1,972.

Full FMR table for Alamance County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Mebane

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.