Edgecombe 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 | $913/mo | $822 – $1,004/mo |
| 1 BR | $918/mo | $826 – $1,010/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,143/mo | $1,029 – $1,257/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,550/mo | $1,395 – $1,705/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,812/mo | $1,631 – $1,993/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Edgecombe County, NC (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Edgecombe County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Edgecombe County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Princeville Housing Authority
201 Pioneer Ct, Princeville, NC, 27886 · 3369176118
- Redevelopment Commission of the Town of Tarboro
947 Simmons St, Tarboro, NC, 27886 · 2528236339
- Rocky Mount Housing Authority
1065 Pinehurst Dr, Rocky Mount, NC, 27801 · 2529773141
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Edgecombe 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 | $28,100 |
| 2 people | $32,100 |
| 3 people | $36,100 |
| 4 people | $40,100 |
| 5 people | $43,350 |
| 6 people | $46,550 |
| 7 people | $49,750 |
| 8 people | $52,950 |
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 Edgecombe 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 HAVEN APARTMENTS
170 GLORY DR, ROCKY MOUNT, NC, 2780164 income-restricted units12 1BR, 24 2BR, 28 3BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054FIVE POINTS CROSSING
213 ROSE STREET, ROCKY MOUNT, NC, 2780150 income-restricted units28 1BR, 22 2BRBuilt 20239% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053HILMA GREENS
810 WEST WILSON STREET, TARBORO, NC, 2788664 income-restricted units38 2BR, 26 3BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048HUNTER HILL APARTMENT HOMES
200 HUNTER HILL ROAD, TARBORO, NC, 2788656 income-restricted units12 1BR, 28 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044PENDER SQUARE I
500 BENSON DRIVE, TARBORO, NC, 2788672 income-restricted units24 1BR, 48 2BRBuilt 20149% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044ROLLINWOOD MANOR
144 ROLLINWOOD MANOR, ROCKY MOUNT, NC, 2780164 income-restricted units36 1BR, 28 2BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038TARBORO SQUARE APTS
1625 W WILSON STREET, TARBORO, NC, 2878624 income-restricted units4 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035GEORGE E'S PLACE
428 SIMPSON DRIVE, TARBORO, NC, 2788625 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033HAWTHORNE COURT APTS
1609 BARLOW ROAD, TARBORO, NC, 2788648 income-restricted units36 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032DEVONSHIRE APARTMENTS
400 DEVONSHIRE DRIVE, PINETOPS, NC, 2786425 income-restricted units5 1BR, 16 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032WOOD HAWK APTS
1836 EAGLE CREST CIRCLE, ROCKY MOUNT, NC, 2780158 income-restricted units of 59 total36 1BR, 22 2BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031THORNE RIDGE II APTS
1310 DREAVER STREET, ROCKY MOUNT, NC, 2780136 income-restricted units of 41 total8 1BR, 16 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030THORNE RIDGE APTS
1310 DREAVER STREET, ROCKY MOUNT, NC, 2780132 income-restricted units16 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029HARAMBEE SQUARE APTS
148 168 SOUTH WASHINGTON ST, ROCKY MOUNT, NC, 2780124 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 19944% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024
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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