Housing Authority of the City of Greenville
Greenville, North Carolina
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About Housing Authority of the City of Greenville
Housing Authority of the City of Greenville (HUD agency code NC022) is the public housing agency serving Greenville, Pitt County, North Carolina. It administers 714 public housing units and 894 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 4 waiting lists at this agency, covering PBV, Public Housing, HCV, Mainstream. As of Sep 26, 2026, 2 are open and 2 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Greenville, NC MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $41,050 per year, and as Low Income at or below $65,700 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 40 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 23, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This program serves elderly, single, or married individuals without dependents, with a current waiting time of 24-30 months.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waiting list for 6 bedroom units is currently open and has no predetermined closing date. Applications are accepted online or in-person at 1103 Broad St., Greenville, NC. Preferences include living or working in Greenville, NC, elderly family, working family, veteran family, or displacement by government action.
Other Programs
2 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
Further details on the program and regulations will be explained at the time the applicant's name reaches the top of the waiting list. For more information, please contact a staff person for the Housing Choice Voucher Program at 252.329.4008.
The Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. This program provides rental assistance for non-elderly (18-61), low-income families with at least one verifiably disabled family member.
Status History
Deadline: Nov 1, 2023
Deadline: Nov 1, 2023
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Greenville portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Housing Authority of the City of Greenville
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Greenville currently has 2 open waiting lists (Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Greenville, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $41,050/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Greenville portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Greenville, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Greenville manages approximately 1,608 assisted housing units (894 Section 8, 714 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Greenville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Greenville
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Greenville are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Greenville. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Greenville are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Greenville manages approximately 714 Public Housing units in Greenville. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties. The application window closes on November 1, 2023.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Greenville provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Greenville. This program serves approximately 894 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Greenville are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the City of Greenville Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Greenville are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Greenville, NC MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $41,050. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,300 | $28,750 | $46,000 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $32,850 | $52,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $36,950 | $59,150 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $41,050 | $65,700 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $44,350 | $71,000 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $47,650 | $76,250 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $50,950 | $81,500 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $54,200 | $86,750 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Housing Authority of the City of Greenville — including across state lines.