Lenoir 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 | $727/mo | $654 – $800/mo |
| 1 BR | $732/mo | $659 – $805/mo |
| 2 BR | $925/mo | $833 – $1,018/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,241/mo | $1,117 – $1,365/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,441/mo | $1,297 – $1,585/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Lenoir County, NC (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Lenoir County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Lenoir County
- Housing Authority of the City of Kinston
608 N Queen St, Kinston, NC, 28501 · 2525231195
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Lenoir 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 | $27,450 |
| 2 people | $31,350 |
| 3 people | $35,250 |
| 4 people | $39,150 |
| 5 people | $42,300 |
| 6 people | $45,450 |
| 7 people | $48,550 |
| 8 people | $51,700 |
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 Lenoir 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.
MAGNOLIA RUN
100 SWEET BAY LANE, LA GRANGE, NC, 2855148 income-restricted units8 1BR, 24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053STOCKTON POINTE
1100 DOCTORS DRIVE, KINSTON, NC, 2850160 income-restricted units12 1BR, 24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050ANDOVER PARK
2127 DALY WALDROP RD, KINSTON, NC, 28504-100360 income-restricted units36 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048GREENBRIER LANDING
1000 DOCTORS DRIVE, KINSTON, NC, 2850461 income-restricted units1 studio, 25 1BR, 35 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047LAGRANGE VILLAGE
203 N WOOTEN STREET, LA GRANGE, NC, 2855150 income-restricted units30 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046CAMBRIDGE FARMS APARTMENTS
900 DOCTORS DRIVE, KINSTON, NC, 2850460 income-restricted units36 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045ABBY GARDENS
4626 CINDY LANE, KINSTON, NC, 2850448 income-restricted units32 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042KINSTON HOTEL
503 N QUEEN STREET, KINSTON, NC, 2850138 income-restricted units29 1BR, 9 2BRBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036NANTUCKET LOFTS
619 NORTH HERRITAGE STREET, KINSTON, NC, 2850228 income-restricted units10 1BR, 18 2BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034LA GRANGE VILLAS
101 N FORBES ST, LA GRANGE, NC, 2855123 income-restricted units21 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033KINSTON OAKS APTS
1313 MCADOO STREET, KINSTON, NC, 2850132 income-restricted units28 1BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032GRAINGER PLACE APARTMENTS
301 SUMMIT AVE, KINSTON, NC, 2850157 income-restricted units50 1BR, 7 2BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030E. K. BEST JR. VILLAGE APTS PHASE II
909 SAVANNAH LANE, KINSTON, NC, 2850144 income-restricted units32 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030BEST VILLAGE APTS
909 SAVANNAH LANE, KINSTON, NC, 2850150 income-restricted units of 51 total32 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029RIVERVIEW TOWNES APTS
300 RIVERVIEW LN, KINSTON, NC, 28501-480524 income-restricted units24 2BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
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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