Chatham County, NC
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,417/mo | $1,275 – $1,559/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,507/mo | $1,356 – $1,658/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,711/mo | $1,540 – $1,882/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,117/mo | $1,905 – $2,329/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,527/mo | $2,274 – $2,780/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Chatham County, NC (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Chatham County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Chatham County
- Chatham County Housing Authority
13450 US Highway 64 W, Siler City, NC, 27344 · 9197421236
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Chatham County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $44,500 |
| 2 people | $50,850 |
| 3 people | $57,200 |
| 4 people | $63,550 |
| 5 people | $68,650 |
| 6 people | $73,750 |
| 7 people | $78,850 |
| 8 people | $83,900 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Chatham County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
THE RETREAT AT PITTSBORO
196 CHATHAM BUSINESS DRIVE, PITTSBORO, NC, 2731248 income-restricted units8 1BR, 40 2BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051SILER SCHOOL SQUARE
502 W 3RD ST, SILER CITY, NC, 2734444 income-restricted units22 1BR, 22 2BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050BELLEMONT POINTE APARTMENTS
121 LOWE'S DRIVE, PITTSBORO, NC, 2731276 income-restricted units12 1BR, 44 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045NORTH GLEN APARTMENTS
1221 WEST 11TH STREET BOX 33, SILER CITY, NC, 2734432 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044POWELL SPRING
600 MILLBROOK DRIVE, PITTSBORO, NC, 2731248 income-restricted units24 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041PITTSBORO VILLAGE II
1001 HONEYSUCKLE DRIVE, PITTSBORO, NC, 2731240 income-restricted units12 1BR, 28 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037CARDINAL CHASE
205 SOUTH TENTH AVENUE, SILER CITY, NC, 2734448 income-restricted units4 1BR, 36 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035BRAXTON MANOR
101 S THIRD AVENUE, SILER CITY, NC, 2734432 income-restricted units29 1BR, 3 2BRBuilt 19994% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029CATELAND PLACE
380 W 11TH STREET, SILER CITY, NC, 2734464 income-restricted units40 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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