How many low income apartments are in Southport, NC?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Southport with approximately 238 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Southport?

Tenant-paid rents in Southport's assisted buildings typically range from about $376 to $376 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 Southport?

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 Southport?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Brunswick County: about $1,301/mo for one-bedroom and $1,426/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Southport, NC

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Southport with roughly 238 assisted units — including 6 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 $376 to $376 per month.

assisted properties

238

subsidized units

$376

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Southport

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Southport

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Abbington Oaks LIHTCPB Section 8	72	—	—
Sacred Heart Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Southport Green Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Brunswick PB Section 8	30	$376	—
Fiddler's Creek Apts Phase Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Windtree Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Southport (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
Abbington Oaks LIHTCPB Section 8	72	—	—
Sacred Heart Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Southport Green Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Brunswick PB Section 8	30	$376	—
Fiddler's Creek Apts Phase Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Windtree Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Brunswick County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Brunswick County: studio $1,242, 1-BR $1,301, 2-BR $1,426, 3-BR $1,983, 4-BR $2,392.

Full FMR table for Brunswick County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Southport

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.