Valdese Housing Authority
Valdese, North Carolina
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About Valdese Housing Authority
Valdese Housing Authority (HUD agency code NC055) is the public housing agency serving Valdese, Burke County, North Carolina. It administers 121 public housing units.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists at this agency, covering Public Housing, HCV, Mainstream, PBV, RAD. As of Aug 15, 2026, 1 is open and 1 is closed. Status is unconfirmed for 3 further lists.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $38,800 per year, and as Low Income at or below $62,100 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The waiting list is open for families and senior/disabled individuals, specifically for 3 and 4 bedrooms through one application portal. Applications are accepted in-person during the last three weeks of the month, Monday-Thursday, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Preferences may be given to applicants who are involuntarily displaced, living in substandard housing, paying more than 50% of their income for rent, or are elderly/disabled. The waitlist will remain open until approximately 2,500 applications are received. There is a smoke-free policy.
Other Programs
4 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.
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed.
No active waitlist information currently available for this program.
No active waitlist information currently available for this program.
Further information would need to be confirmed directly with the authority.
Official Application
Contact Valdese Housing Authority directly 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 Valdese Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Valdese 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 Valdese 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 $38,800/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 Valdese Housing Authority directly at 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 Valdese Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Valdese Housing Authority manages approximately 121 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Valdese. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Valdese Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Valdese Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Valdese Housing Authority manages approximately 121 Public Housing units in Valdese. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Valdese 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 Valdese. 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 Valdese Housing Authority 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Valdese Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Valdese. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Valdese Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Valdese maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Valdese Housing Authority?
Valdese Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Valdese Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,800. 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 | $16,350 | $27,200 | $43,500 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $31,050 | $49,700 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,950 | $55,900 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,800 | $62,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,950 | $67,100 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $45,050 | $72,050 |
| 7 Persons | $48,150 | $48,150 | $77,050 |
| 8 Persons | $51,250 | $51,250 | $82,000 |
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 Valdese Housing Authority — including across state lines.