Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem
901 N Cleveland Ave, Winston Salem, NC, 27101 · ~6,116 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Winston Salem, 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: Forsyth County
Who this agency serves
Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem served 4,560 households across 6,125 units (74% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.3 people, an average annual income of $14,772, and pays an average of $383 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 4,560 of 6,125 units
- Avg. household income
- $14,772
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $383
- Avg. household size
- 2.3 people
- Households with children
- 48%
- Head of household 62+
- 26%
- Head of household with a disability
- 39%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 26 months
Unit mix: 28% 1-bedroom, 36% 2-bedroom, 36% 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 17 developments with an average score of 84 (Standard).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Addition I | Winston Salem | 99 High Performer | UPCS | Feb 2023 |
| Camden Station | Winston Salem | 99 High Performer | UPCS | Feb 2023 |
| ALDERS POINT SENIOR APARTMENTS | Winston Salem | 97 High Performer | UPCS | Aug 2022 |
| ASTER PARK | Winston Salem | 97 High Performer | NSPIRE | Jul 2025 |
| STONEY GLEN APARTMENTS | Winston Salem | 94 High Performer | UPCS | Aug 2022 |
| HEALY DRIVE TOWERS | Winston Salem | 92 High Performer | UPCS | Mar 2022 |
| The Oaks at Tenth | Winston Salem | 92 High Performer | UPCS | May 2022 |
| PROVIDENCE PLACE FAMILY APTS. | Winston Salem | 91 High Performer | NSPIRE | Sep 2024 |
| WILLOWS PEAK | Winston Salem | 89 Standard | UPCS | Dec 2022 |
| AZALEA TERRACE | Winston Salem | 84 Standard | NSPIRE | Jun 2024 |
| SUNRISE TOWERS | Winston Salem | 80 Standard | NSPIRE | Jul 2024 |
| CRYSTAL TOWERS | Winston Salem | 80 Standard | UPCS | Jan 2023 |
| ARBOR OAKS, PHASE III B | Winston Salem | 79 Standard | NSPIRE | Sep 2024 |
| PIEDMONT PARK | Winston Salem | 71 Standard | NSPIRE | Jul 2024 |
| TOWN VIEW APARTMENTS | Winston Salem | 70 Standard | NSPIRE | Jul 2024 |
| Brookside View | Winston Salem | 59 Troubled | NSPIRE | Sep 2024 |
| CLEVELAND AVENUE HOMES | Winston Salem | 56 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 Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem, 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 | $33,350 |
| 2 people | $38,150 |
| 3 people | $42,900 |
| 4 people | $47,650 |
| 5 people | $51,500 |
| 6 people | $55,300 |
| 7 people | $59,100 |
| 8 people | $62,900 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary. Contact Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Winston Salem, 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.
BROWN SCHOOL LOFTS
1125 N HIGHLAND AVENUE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2710151 income-restricted units of 81 totalBuilt 20254% LIHTCCompliance through ~2055THE FLATS ON PETERS CREEK
600 PETERS CREEK PARKWAY, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2710362 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2024Compliance through ~2054WINSTON-SALEM CNI PHASE II
1119 EAST 17TH STREET, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2710541 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2024Compliance through ~2054GEORGETOWN SENIOR APARTMENTS
904 SALISBURY STREET, KERNERSVILLE, NC, 2728470 income-restricted units56 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054- 72 income-restricted units12 1BR, 36 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053
SKYLINE VILLAGE APARTMENTS
1528 BRUCE STREET, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27107168 income-restricted units of 169 total169 2BRBuilt 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052- 48 income-restricted units8 1BR, 32 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051
OLIVER'S TRACE
1905 OLIVERS CROSSING CIRCLE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2712788 income-restricted units14 1BR, 50 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051SOUTHGATE APARTMENTS
980 EAST 2ND STREET, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27101108 income-restricted units34 1BR, 51 2BR, 23 3BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050PEGRAM LANDING
6436 FERRRY VIEW LANE, LEWISVILLE, NC, 2702360 income-restricted units9 1BR, 30 2BR, 21 3BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050ENCLAVE II AT WINSTON-SALEM
4101 VILLA CLUB DR, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2710596 income-restricted units19 1BR, 42 2BR, 36 3BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049FRIAR WOODS APARTMENTS
203 FRIARWOOD COURT, KERNERSVILLE, NC, 2728484 income-restricted units12 1BR, 48 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046ABBINGTON GARDENS OF WINSTON-SALEM
5335 NITA DR, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2710596 income-restricted units36 2BR, 48 3BR, 12 4BR+Built 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046ROCKWOOD AT OLIVER'S CROSSING
1630 ROCKWOOD CROSSING DRIVE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2712764 income-restricted units32 2BR, 32 3BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045ORCHARD CREEK APARTMENTS
2810 ORCHARD CREK LANE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2712764 income-restricted units32 2BR, 32 3BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041- 68 income-restricted units42 2BR, 26 3BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041
PINECREST APARTMENTS
3605 MARTINS TRAIL CIRCLE, WALKERTOWN, NC, 2705180 income-restricted units58 2BR, 22 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037WILLOWS PEAKE
1350 ELLER WAY, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27127116 income-restricted units16 1BR, 60 2BR, 32 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037ALDER'S POINT
590 MOCK STREET, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27127100 income-restricted units100 1BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036PROVIDENCE PLACE
1492 GILLCREST DRIVE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2712756 income-restricted units8 1BR, 28 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036MOUNTAIN VIEW SENIOR APARTMENTS
431 MOUNTAIN VIEW DR, KERNERSVILLE, NC, 2728450 income-restricted units37 1BR, 13 2BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035SALEM GARDENS
7 SALEM GARDENS DRIVE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27107149 income-restricted units of 150 total40 1BR, 64 2BR, 32 3BR, 13 4BR+Built 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035ARBOR OAKS FKA GATEWAY COMMONS - PHASE III
1620 HOPE LANE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2710557 income-restricted units of 72 total48 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035RURAL HILL APTS
410 HEATHERTON LANE, RURAL HALL, NC, 2740532 income-restricted units32 1BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033KIMBERLY PARK II DBA ASTER PARK
1620 HOPE LANE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27105145 income-restricted units of 170 total20 1BR, 78 2BR, 60 3BR, 12 4BR+Built 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033AZALEA TERRACE FKA KIMBERLY PARK
100 AZALEA TERRACE COURT, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27101100 income-restricted units100 1BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031HUNT PARK APTS
5100 HUNT PARK COURT, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2710660 income-restricted units40 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031LYONS WALK APTS
WEST MOUNTAIN STREET, KERNERSVILLE, NC, 2728472 income-restricted units48 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031- 28 income-restricted units28 1BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031
- 28 income-restricted units28 1BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031
GRIFFITH COMMONS
300 GRIFFITH COMMONS DRIVE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2710374 income-restricted units of 75 total14 1BR, 42 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030LADEARA CREST ESTATES APTS
2531 LADEARA CREST LANE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27105245 income-restricted units8 1BR, 116 2BR, 121 3BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030WHITFORD PLACE APTS
400 WHITFORD PLACE CT, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2710276 income-restricted units52 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030ANDREWS HEIGHTS
125 FERRELL HEIGHTS COURT, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2710156 income-restricted units56 1BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030PINE VALLEY APTS
5300 COUNTRYSIDE DRIVE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27105107 income-restricted units of 108 total72 2BR, 36 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027BETHABARA POINTE
1800 BETHABARA POINT DRIVE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27106160 income-restricted units64 2BR, 96 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026OLDE NORTH VILLAGE
3490 TRIANGLE DRIVE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 2710648 income-restricted units25 2BR, 23 3BRBuilt 19964% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026SALEM CREST APARTMENTS
790 SALEM CREST LANE, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27103144 income-restricted units24 1BR, 96 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026ROLLING HILLS
770 FERRELL COURT, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27101110 income-restricted units12 1BR, 50 2BR, 40 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 19914% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021
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 Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem 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.