How many low income apartments are in Selma, NC?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Selma with approximately 481 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Selma?

Tenant-paid rents in Selma's assisted buildings typically range from about $257 to $386 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 Selma?

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 Selma?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Johnston 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 Selma, NC

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Selma with roughly 481 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $257 to $386 per month. Median reported wait: about 6 months.

assisted properties

481

subsidized units

$322

typical rent

6 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Selma

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Selma

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Coastline/canady/wilson Public Housing	183	$386	6 mo
Lizzie Mill Station LIHTCPB Section 8	100	$257	—
The Retreat at Selma LIHTCPB Section 8	84	—	—
The Meadows Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	58	—	—
Joseph E. Price Elderly Center LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Meadowview Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Selma (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
Lizzie Mill Station LIHTCPB Section 8	100	$257	—
The Retreat at Selma LIHTCPB Section 8	84	—	—
The Meadows Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	58	—	—
Joseph E. Price Elderly Center LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Meadowview Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Public housing developments in Selma

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
Coastline/canady/wilson Public Housing	183	$386	6 mo

Voucher rent limits: Johnston County Fair Market Rents

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

Full FMR table for Johnston County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Selma

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.