Henderson 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 | $1,436/mo | $1,292 – $1,580/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,674/mo | $1,507 – $1,841/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,835/mo | $1,652 – $2,019/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,231/mo | $2,008 – $2,454/mo |
| 4 BR | $3,078/mo | $2,770 – $3,386/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Henderson County, NC (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Henderson County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Henderson County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- WNCSource
220 King Creek Blvd, Hendersonville, NC, 28792 · 8286931711
- Hendersonville Housing Authority
203 N Justice St, Hendersonville, NC, 28739 · 8286926175
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Henderson 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 | $35,850 |
| 2 people | $40,950 |
| 3 people | $46,050 |
| 4 people | $51,200 |
| 5 people | $55,300 |
| 6 people | $59,400 |
| 7 people | $63,500 |
| 8 people | $67,550 |
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 Henderson 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.
HAWKINS POINTE
750 SIXTH AVE WEST, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, 2873943 income-restricted units30 1BR, 13 2BRBuilt 20254% LIHTCCompliance through ~2055SIGNAL RIDGE
34 SIGNAL RIDGE COURT, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, 2879260 income-restricted units6 1BR, 30 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050OKLAWAHA VILLAGE
17 PERKINS PLACE, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, 2879278 income-restricted units18 1BR, 36 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050CEDAR TERRACE
244 ETHAN WAY, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, 28792-013080 income-restricted units56 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047- 56 income-restricted units28 1BR, 28 2BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042
SUGAR HILL APARTMENTS
66 LADIES MANTLE COURT, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, 2879340 income-restricted units30 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037HIGHLAND VIEW APTS
500 KING CREEK, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, 2879228 income-restricted units14 2BR, 14 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036PARKSIDE COMMONS
107 E BLUE RIDGE RD, EAST FLAT ROCK, NC, 2760725 income-restricted units21 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034HILLSIDE COMMONS
189 HILLSIDE COMMONS DR, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, 28792-140336 income-restricted units32 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033CEDAR BLUFFS
28 CEDAR BLUFFS DRIVE, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, 2879264 income-restricted units24 2BR, 40 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030- 32 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027
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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