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

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Red Springs with approximately 296 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

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

Tenant-paid rents in Red Springs's assisted buildings typically range from about $252 to $363 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 Red 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 Red Springs?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Robeson County: about $748/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 Red Springs, NC

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Red Springs with roughly 296 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $252 to $363 per month. Median reported wait: about 28 months.

assisted properties

296

subsidized units

$308

typical rent

28 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Red Springs

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Red Springs

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Westgate Terrace & Benton Courts Public Housing	140	$252	28 mo
Providence Place Iii §202 Senior	40	$342	—
Providence Place Iv, Inc. §202 Senior	36	$361	—
Highlander Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—
Providence Place Vi, Inc. §202 Senior	28	$363	—
Willow Grove LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Red 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
Highlander Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—
Willow Grove LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Public housing developments in Red Springs

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Westgate Terrace & Benton Courts Public Housing	140	$252	28 mo

Voucher rent limits: Robeson County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Robeson County: studio $744, 1-BR $748, 2-BR $925, 3-BR $1,187, 4-BR $1,389.

Full FMR table for Robeson County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Red 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.