Davidson 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 | $816/mo | $734 – $898/mo |
| 1 BR | $876/mo | $788 – $964/mo |
| 2 BR | $960/mo | $864 – $1,056/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,316/mo | $1,184 – $1,448/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,591/mo | $1,432 – $1,750/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Davidson County, NC (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Davidson County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Davidson County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Thomasville Housing Authority
201 James Ave, Thomasville, NC, 27360 · 3364756137
- Lexington Housing Authority
1 Jamaica Dr, Lexington, NC, 27292 · 3362498936
Income-restricted housing in Davidson 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.
EAST CENTER VILLAGE
520 EAST CENTER STREET, LEXINGTON, NC, 2729254 income-restricted units34 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 2025Compliance through ~2055THE CLUB APARTMENTS
6 LONDON COURT B, LEXINGTON, NC, 2729287 income-restricted units18 1BR, 25 2BR, 24 3BR, 20 4BR+Built 20239% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053AARONFIELD AT MILLERS CREEK
306 MILLER'S CREEK DR, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2712752 income-restricted units8 1BR, 29 2BR, 15 3BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051SOUTHSIDE APARTMENTS
100 FEDERAL STREET, LEXINGTON, NC, 27292130 income-restricted units2 studio, 20 1BR, 40 2BR, 46 3BR, 22 4BR+Built 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045HARMONY COURT AND CAPLE COMMONS
1 JAMAICA DRIVE, LEXINGTON, NC, 27293138 income-restricted units8 1BR, 76 2BR, 52 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045THE VILLAS AT HICKORY TREE
3305 HICKORY TREE ROAD, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2712756 income-restricted units25 1BR, 31 2BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045JACKSON SQUARE
100 JACKSON SQUARE DRIVE, LEXINGTON, NC, 2729556 income-restricted units8 1BR, 32 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044FOREST HILL APARTMENTS
900 APEX DRIVE, LEXINGTON, NC, 2729588 income-restricted units50 2BR, 34 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043HILL TOP TERRACE APARTMENTS
111 N CAROLINA AVE, LEXINGTON, NC, 2729263 income-restricted units of 64 total2 studio, 60 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 20124% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042KINGSTON RIDGE APTS
329 OLD LEXINGTON RD, THOMASVILLE, NC, 2736060 income-restricted units8 1BR, 36 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031
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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