How many low income apartments are in Newton, NC?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Newton with approximately 231 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Newton?

Tenant-paid rents in Newton's assisted buildings typically range from about $271 to $382 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 Newton?

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 Newton?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Catawba County: about $908/mo for one-bedroom and $1,095/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Newton, NC

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Newton with roughly 231 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $271 to $382 per month.

assisted properties

231

subsidized units

$327

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Newton

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Newton

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Catawba Pines Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	68	$271	—
Heritage Village Apartments PB Section 8	67	$382	—
Apple Hill Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Bradbury Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Cac of Catawba §811	10	—	—
Dixon Units LIHTCPB Section 8	2	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Newton (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
Catawba Pines Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	68	$271	—
Heritage Village Apartments PB Section 8	67	$382	—
Apple Hill Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Bradbury Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Dixon Units LIHTCPB Section 8	2	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Catawba County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Catawba County: studio $858, 1-BR $908, 2-BR $1,095, 3-BR $1,372, 4-BR $1,660.

Full FMR table for Catawba County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Newton

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.