Orange 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 — Orange County, NC (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Orange County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Orange County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Town of Chapel Hill Department of Housing
Chapel Hill, NC, 27516 · 9199682850
- Orange County Housing Authority
300 W Tryon St, Hillsborough, NC, 27278 · 9192452490
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Orange 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 Orange 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.
TRINITY COURT
751 TRINITY COURT, CHAPEL HILL, NC, 2751654 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2024Compliance through ~2054- 48 income-restricted units24 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053
GREENFIELD COMMONS
500 FORMOSA LANE, CHAPEL HILL, NC, 2751769 income-restricted units55 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049GREENFIELD PLACE
150 FORMOSA LN, CHAPEL HILL, NC, 27517-292180 income-restricted units14 1BR, 52 2BR, 14 3BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047HAMPTON POINTE APARTMENTS
490 HAMPTON POINTE BOULEVARD, HILLSBOROUGH, NC, 2727848 income-restricted units24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043- 76 income-restricted units44 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041
THE LANDINGS AT WINMORE
100 ANDYS LN, CHAPEL HILL, NC, 27516-843658 income-restricted units42 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040CEDAR HILL
275 SOUTH 11TH STREET, MEBANE, NC, 2730232 income-restricted units8 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20089% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038DOBBINS HILL II
1731 DOBBINS HILL DRIVE, CHAPEL HILL, NC, 2751432 income-restricted units8 1BR, 12 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038- 20 income-restricted units20 2BRBuilt 20089% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038
CLUB NOVA APTS
103 W MAIN ST, CARRBORO, NC, 27510-169224 income-restricted units24 studioBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034CAROLINA SPRING
600 W POPLAR AVENUE, CARRBORO, NC, 27514124 income-restricted units75 1BR, 49 2BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028DOBBINS HILL
1749 1 B DOBBINS DRIVE, CHAPEL HILL, NC, 2751455 income-restricted units28 2BR, 24 3BR, 3 4BR+Built 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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