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About Princeville Housing Authority
Princeville Housing Authority (PHA Code: NC169) provides housing assistance in Princeville, Edgecombe County, North Carolina. The authority currently manages a Public Housing program, which is open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed.
Applicants for the Public Housing program should be aware of income limits based on the Rocky Mount, NC MSA area. For example, a family of four must not exceed a Very Low Income limit of $39,550 per year. Interested individuals or families should contact the Princeville Housing Authority directly for application details and current waitlist status for the Public Housing program.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Preferences are given to applicants who live and/or work in Princeville. Application requires specific documents and meeting eligibility criteria including income, SSN, citizenship, and criminal background.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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.
No current application information found for the HCV waiting list.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Princeville Housing Authority directly at (336) 917-6118 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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 Princeville Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Princeville Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Princeville Housing Authority, 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 $39,550/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
Contact Princeville Housing Authority directly at (336) 917-6118 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Princeville Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Wait times vary from 6 months to over 5 years depending on local demand and funding. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Princeville Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Princeville Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Princeville Housing Authority 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 Princeville. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is applying at Princeville Housing Authority free?
How long is the wait at Princeville Housing Authority?
Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
How do I contact Princeville Housing Authority?
What are the income limits for Princeville Housing Authority?
Princeville Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Princeville Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Rocky Mount, NC MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $39,550. 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 | $16,650 | $27,700 | $44,350 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $31,650 | $50,650 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $35,600 | $57,000 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $39,550 | $63,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $42,750 | $68,400 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $45,900 | $73,450 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $49,050 | $78,500 |
| 8 Persons | $52,250 | $52,250 | $83,600 |
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 Princeville Housing Authority — including across state lines.