Bladen Housing Authority
706 Chestnut St, Bladenboro, NC, 28320 · ~78 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Bladenboro, NC (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Bladen County
Who this agency serves
Bladen Housing Authority served 67 households across 78 units (86% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.6 people, an average annual income of $13,515, and pays an average of $273 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 67 of 78 units
- Avg. household income
- $13,515
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $273
- Avg. household size
- 2.6 people
- Households with children
- 63%
- Head of household 62+
- 12%
- Head of household with a disability
- 19%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 10 months
Unit mix: 10% 1-bedroom, 37% 2-bedroom, 52% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Public housing inspection scores
HUD conducts physical inspections of public housing developments under the REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) program. Scores run 0–100: 90+ is High Performer, 60–89 is Standard, below 60 is Troubled. This agency administers 2 developments with an average score of 55 (Troubled).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BENJAMIN MANOR | Elizabethtown | 59 Troubled | NSPIRE | Apr 2025 |
| OAKDALE HOMES | Clarkton | 51 Troubled | NSPIRE | Apr 2025 |
Source: HUD REAC Physical Inspection Scores — data reflects the most recent inspection for each development. See Understanding REAC and NSPIRE inspection scores for methodology details.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through Bladen Housing Authority, 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 (the Extremely Low Income limit) 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. Contact Bladen Housing Authority directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Bladenboro, NC
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.
GOODEN VILLAGE
412 EAST SWANZY STREET, ELIZABETHTOWN, NC, 2833724 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 2024Compliance through ~2054VILLAGE STREET
208 VILLAGE ST, BLADENBORO, NC, 28320-750229 income-restricted units25 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045HILLTOP ESTATES
680 SMITH CIRCLE, ELIZABETHTOWN, NC, 2833728 income-restricted units28 1BRBuilt 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045MERCER ROAD APARTMENTS
600 MERCER MILL ROAD, ELIZABETHTOWN, NC, 2833766 income-restricted units30 1BR, 36 2BRBuilt 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045- 28 income-restricted units20 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043
SWANZY RIDGE APARTMENTS
402 SWANZY RIDGE WAY, ELIZABETHTOWN, NC, 2833740 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041ROSEWOOD ESTATES I
549 NC 410 HWY, BLADENBORO, NC, 2832056 income-restricted units54 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 19979% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027HILL ESTATES
200 VILLAGE STREET, BLADENBORO, NC, 2832072 income-restricted units68 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025ELM TREE APTS
10759 S COLLEGE STREET, CLARKTON, NC, 2844720 income-restricted units19 1BR, 1 2BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024OAK ESTATES
620 MCLEOD STREET, ELIZABETHTOWN, NC, 2833756 income-restricted units55 1BR, 1 2BRBuilt 19939% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
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 →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Bladen Housing Authority directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.