Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Guilford County, North Carolina
Guilford County has a HUD fair market rent of $1,271 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,163 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $24.44 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,271
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 12% less than in North Carolina
- Typical rent
- $1,163
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 5% less than in North Carolina
- Wage needed
- $24.44
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $50,840 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 52%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 6% more than in North Carolina
Only here
Renting in Guilford County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Guilford County has the highest typical rent in its area: $1,163, more than any of its 6 neighboring counties; next is Forsyth County ($1,098).
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Guilford County has the 6th lowest homeownership rate of the 100 counties in North Carolina (60%).
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Guilford County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Guilford County was $1,429 a month in September 2026: 2.4% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,121 | $21.56 | $44,840 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,168 | $22.46 | $46,720 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,271 | $24.44 | $50,840 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,644 | $31.62 | $65,760 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,932 | $37.15 | $77,280 |
HUD area: Greensboro-High Point, NC HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 35 ZIP codes in Guilford County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,060 in 27249 to $1,910 in 27235. 20 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($1,271).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 27214 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,190 | $1,240 | $1,370 | $1,760 | $2,080 |
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| 27214 | Rockingham County, NC | $1,190 | $1,240 | $1,370 | $1,760 | $2,080 |
| 27235 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,680 | $1,750 | $1,910 | $2,470 | $2,900 |
| 27235 | Winston-Salem, NC | $1,680 | $1,750 | $1,910 | $2,470 | $2,900 |
| 27249 | Burlington, NC | $890 | $960 | $1,060 | $1,350 | $1,600 |
| 27249 | Caswell County, NC | $890 | $960 | $1,060 | $1,350 | $1,600 |
| 27249 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $890 | $960 | $1,060 | $1,350 | $1,600 |
| 27249 | Rockingham County, NC | $890 | $960 | $1,060 | $1,350 | $1,600 |
| 27260 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $990 | $1,030 | $1,120 | $1,450 | $1,700 |
| 27262 | Davidson County, NC | $1,080 | $1,130 | $1,230 | $1,600 | $1,880 |
| 27262 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,080 | $1,130 | $1,230 | $1,600 | $1,880 |
| 27265 | Davidson County, NC | $1,200 | $1,260 | $1,380 | $1,790 | $2,090 |
| 27265 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,200 | $1,260 | $1,380 | $1,790 | $2,090 |
| 27265 | Winston-Salem, NC | $1,200 | $1,260 | $1,380 | $1,790 | $2,090 |
| 27268 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,050 | $1,090 | $1,190 | $1,550 | $1,820 |
| 27282 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,370 | $1,420 | $1,550 | $2,010 | $2,360 |
| 27283 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,200 | $1,250 | $1,360 | $1,760 | $2,070 |
| 27301 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,590 | $1,650 | $1,800 | $2,330 | $2,740 |
| 27310 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,220 | $1,330 | $1,460 | $1,900 | $2,280 |
| 27313 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $940 | $980 | $1,070 | $1,380 | $1,630 |
| 27342 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $900 | $970 | $1,070 | $1,350 | $1,620 |
| 27358 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,200 | $1,250 | $1,400 | $1,800 | $2,130 |
| 27358 | Rockingham County, NC | $1,200 | $1,250 | $1,400 | $1,800 | $2,130 |
| 27377 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,300 | $1,350 | $1,470 | $1,900 | $2,230 |
| 27401 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,010 | $1,050 | $1,140 | $1,470 | $1,730 |
| 27403 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,050 | $1,090 | $1,190 | $1,540 | $1,810 |
| 27405 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,070 | $1,110 | $1,210 | $1,570 | $1,840 |
| 27406 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,160 | $1,200 | $1,310 | $1,690 | $1,990 |
| 27407 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,220 | $1,270 | $1,380 | $1,790 | $2,100 |
| 27408 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,160 | $1,210 | $1,320 | $1,710 | $2,010 |
| 27409 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,230 | $1,280 | $1,390 | $1,800 | $2,110 |
| 27410 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,500 | $1,560 | $1,700 | $2,200 | $2,580 |
| 27411 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,030 | $1,070 | $1,160 | $1,500 | $1,760 |
| 27412 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,050 | $1,090 | $1,190 | $1,540 | $1,810 |
| 27455 | Greensboro-High Point, NC | $1,290 | $1,340 | $1,460 | $1,890 | $2,220 |
- 27214 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,370$1,760
- 27214 · Rockingham County, NC $1,370$1,760
- 27235 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,910$2,470
- 27235 · Winston-Salem, NC $1,910$2,470
- 27249 · Burlington, NC $1,060$1,350
- 27249 · Caswell County, NC $1,060$1,350
- 27249 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,060$1,350
- 27249 · Rockingham County, NC $1,060$1,350
- 27260 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,120$1,450
- 27262 · Davidson County, NC $1,230$1,600
- 27262 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,230$1,600
- 27265 · Davidson County, NC $1,380$1,790
- 27265 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,380$1,790
- 27265 · Winston-Salem, NC $1,380$1,790
- 27268 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,190$1,550
- 27282 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,550$2,010
- 27283 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,360$1,760
- 27301 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,800$2,330
- 27310 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,460$1,900
- 27313 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,070$1,380
- 27342 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,070$1,350
- 27358 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,400$1,800
- 27358 · Rockingham County, NC $1,400$1,800
- 27377 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,470$1,900
- 27401 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,140$1,470
- 27403 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,190$1,540
- 27405 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,210$1,570
- 27406 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,310$1,690
- 27407 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,380$1,790
- 27408 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,320$1,710
- 27409 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,390$1,800
- 27410 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,700$2,200
- 27411 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,160$1,500
- 27412 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,190$1,540
- 27455 · Greensboro-High Point, NC $1,460$1,890
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Guilford County, 52% of renter households are in that position; in North Carolina, 49%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
52%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
88,003 households rent in Guilford County
- Spend half or more of their income 23%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 29%
- Spend less than 30% 48%
Compared with the state and the country
- Guilford 52%
- North Carolina 49%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Guilford County
HUD lists 132 properties with homes for low-income households in Guilford County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 76
- HUD-assisted
- 41
- public housing
- 19
8,141 homes in all; 7,532 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Claremont Courts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2702 Patio Pl, Greensboro 27405 250 low-income homes · 1 bd: 60 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 60 · 4 bd: 106 · In service since 2016 · For families
- Ray Warren Tax credit (LIHTC) 1300 E Gate City Blvd, Greensboro 27406 236 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 91 · 3 bd: 99 · 4 bd: 36 · For families
- Smith Homes Public housing 1812 Hudgins Dr, Greensboro 27406 179 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of Greensboro · Average payment: $272 a month · (336) 275-8501
- Elm Towers Public housing 701 S Elm St, High Point 27260 150 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · Average payment: $327 a month · Average wait: 22 months · (336) 887-2661
- The Carillon Tax credit (LIHTC) 4512 Lawndale Dr, Greensboro 27455 150 low-income homes · 1 bd: 150 · In service since 1995 · For older adults
- Printworks Mill Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1700 Fairview St, Greensboro 27405 217 homes, 144 low-income · 1 bd: 110 · 2 bd: 107 · For families
- Juanita Hills Public housing 2702 Annmore Cir, High Point 27262 140 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · Average payment: $335 a month · Average wait: 53 months · (336) 887-2661
- Brentwood Crossing Tax credit (LIHTC) 308D Brentwood St, High Point 27260 136 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 88 · 3 bd: 32 · In service since 2004 · For families
- Brentwood Crossing HUD-assisted 226 Brentwood St, High Point 27260 136 homes, 135 low-income · For families · (336) 883-4528
- Newgate Gardens HUD-assisted 605 Granby Ave, High Point 27260 136 homes, 125 low-income · For families · (336) 886-5528
- Gardengate HUD-assisted 2611 Merritt Dr, Greensboro 27407 125 low-income homes · For older adults · (336) 852-5555
- Carson Stout Homes Public housing 601 Kent St, High Point 27260 116 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · Average payment: $395 a month · Average wait: 81 months · (336) 887-2661
- Lincoln Grove Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 503 Gillespie St, Greensboro 27401 116 homes, 115 low-income · 2 bd: 116 · In service since 1991 · For families
- The Townhomes at Willow Oaks Tax credit (LIHTC) 1806 Morning Joy Pl, Greensboro 27401 110 low-income homes · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 69 · 3 bd: 27 · In service since 2004 · For families
- J T Hairston Memorial Apts HUD-assisted 718 Marsh St, Greensboro 27406 108 low-income homes · For families · (336) 275-2902
- Astor Dowdy Towers Public housing 701 E Green Dr, High Point 27260 106 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · Average payment: $333 a month · Average wait: 42 months · (336) 887-2661
- Laurelwood Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1300 Burton Ave, High Point 27262 100 low-income homes · 2 bd: 62 · 3 bd: 38 · In service since 1996 · For families
- Morehead Courts HUD-assisted 411 Park St, High Point 27260 100 low-income homes · For older adults · (336) 887-2661
- Prince Edward Graves Homes HUD-assisted 2504 16th St, Greensboro 27405 100 low-income homes · For older adults · (336) 621-4650
- The Oaks at Silver Ridge Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 2900 E Kivett Dr, High Point 27260 100 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 61 · 3 bd: 31 · In service since 2011 · For families · (336) 889-5100
- Westview Valley Apartments HUD-assisted 436 Guilford College Rd, Greensboro 27409 100 low-income homes · For families · (336) 299-9778
- Lake Road Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 308 Taylor Ave, High Point 27260 99 low-income homes · 1 bd: 13 · 2 bd: 63 · 3 bd: 23 · In service since 2006 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Lake Road Apartments HUD-assisted 306 Taylor Ave, High Point 27260 99 low-income homes · For families · (336) 882-3624
- Sheraton Towers Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 400 N Main St, High Point 27260 97 low-income homes · Studio: 15 · 1 bd: 80 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 2011 · For older adults · (336) 887-1976
- J.C. Morgan Courts Public housing 503 Anaheim St, High Point 27260 96 homes, 94 low-income · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · Average payment: $361 a month · Average wait: 115 months · (336) 887-2661
- Park Terrace Apartments Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) 885 Sharon Cir, High Point 27260 92 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 34 · 3 bd: 46 · In service since 2011 · For families
- Hartley Ridge Tax credit (LIHTC) 2615 Ingleside Dr, High Point 27265 84 low-income homes · 1 bd: 9 · 2 bd: 42 · 3 bd: 33 · In service since 2018 · For families
- Kirkwood Crossing Tax credit (LIHTC) 2208 Kirkwood St, High Point 27262 84 low-income homes · 2 bd: 48 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 2017 · For families
- Parkview Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2306 Apache St, Greensboro 27401 82 low-income homes · 2 bd: 81 · In service since 2000 · For families
- Parkview Apts (greensboro) Tax credit (LIHTC) 407 Avalon Rd, Greensboro 27401 82 low-income homes · 2 bd: 82 · In service since 2000 · For families
- Park Terrace Tax credit (LIHTC) 885 Sharon Cir, High Point 27260 80 low-income homes · 1 bd: 4 · 2 bd: 34 · 3 bd: 42 · In service since 2011 · For families
- Spring Valley Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 509 E Commerce Ave, High Point 27260 79 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 47 · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 2008 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness · (336) 889-5099
- Aldersgate Apartments HUD-assisted 2608 Merritt Dr, Greensboro 27407 78 low-income homes · For older adults · (336) 855-6945
- Park Terrace III Tax credit (LIHTC) 885 Sharon Cir, High Point 27260 78 low-income homes · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 42 · In service since 2016 · For families
- Scattered Sites B Public housing 600 Wise Ave, High Point 27260 77 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · Average payment: $375 a month · Average wait: 40 months · Homes at several sites · (336) 887-2661
- William Booth Gardens HUD-assisted 123 SW Cloverleaf Pl, High Point 27263 77 homes, 76 low-income · For older adults · (336) 881-5450
- Creekside at Bellemeade Tax credit (LIHTC) 2350 Bellemeade St, High Point 27263 76 low-income homes · 2 bd: 28 · 3 bd: 40 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 1999 · For families
- New Garden Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 1622 McPherson St, Greensboro 27405 76 low-income homes · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 64 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Willow Ridge Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2031 Willow Rd, Greensboro 27406 76 low-income homes · 2 bd: 28 · 3 bd: 40 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 2000 · For families
- Avondale Trace Tax credit (LIHTC) 5206 W Wendover Ave, High Point 27265 72 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 36 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2020 · For families
- Caswyck Trail Tax credit (LIHTC) 4400 Rehobeth Church Rd, Greensboro 27406 72 low-income homes · 2 bd: 54 · 3 bd: 18 · In service since 2016 · For families
- Muirs Landing Tax credit (LIHTC) 4803 Kenview St, Greensboro 27410 72 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 42 · 3 bd: 18 · In service since 2020 · For families
- Northland Apartments HUD-assisted 3319 N Ohenry Blvd, Greensboro 27405 72 low-income homes · For families · (336) 375-3419
- Rockwood Manor HUD-assisted 3818 Rockwood Mnr, Greensboro 27405 72 low-income homes · For families · (336) 621-4644
- Sumner Ridge Tax credit (LIHTC) 4452 Old Randleman Rd, Greensboro 27406 72 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2017 · For families
- The Meadows Tax credit (LIHTC) 101 Meadowville Ln, Greensboro 27406 72 low-income homes · 2 bd: 52 · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 1999 · For families
- Parkside Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 306 Oconnor St, Greensboro 27406 71 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 31 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 2009 · For families · (336) 275-0026
- Townhomes at Willow Oaks Public housing 2100A Carver Dr, Greensboro 27401 110 homes, 70 low-income · Run by Housing Authority of the City of Greensboro · Average payment: $387 a month · Average wait: 5 months · (336) 275-8501
- Churchview Farm Tax credit (LIHTC) 2200 Shepherd Watch Ct, Greensboro 27403 68 low-income homes · 1 bd: 60 · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 2010 · For older adults
- Windhill Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 117 Wind Hill Ct, Greensboro 27405 64 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 48 · In service since 2007 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Beamon Courts Public housing 110 Price St, High Point 27260 60 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · Average payment: $387 a month · Average wait: 112 months · (336) 887-2661
- Elmsley Trail Tax credit (LIHTC) 520 Kallamdale Rd, Greensboro 27406 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 9 · 2 bd: 27 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2019 · For families
- Ryan Ridge Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 4410 Rehobeth Church Rd, Greensboro 27406 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2018 · For families
- The Havens at Willow Oaks Tax credit (LIHTC) 2000 Everitt St, Greensboro 27401 60 low-income homes · 2 bd: 46 · 3 bd: 14 · In service since 2007 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Windhill Tax credit (LIHTC) 201 Wind Hill Ct, Greensboro 27405 60 low-income homes · 2 bd: 44 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2001 · For families
- Anointed Acres Housing Development HUD-assisted 2101 N Wilpar Dr, Greensboro 27406 59 low-income homes · For older adults · (336) 273-8801
- Lakespring Tax credit (LIHTC) 2604 Yanceyville St, Greensboro 27405 59 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 33 · 3 bd: 14 · 4 bd: 4 · For families
- Southwoods Tax credit (LIHTC) 2307A Columbus St, Greensboro 27406 59 low-income homes · Studio: 59 · In service since 1997 · For families
- Addington Ridge Tax credit (LIHTC) 3726 Admiral Dr, High Point 27265 58 low-income homes · 2 bd: 43 · 3 bd: 15 · In service since 2015 · For families
- Rankin School Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 1611 Spry St, Greensboro 27405 56 low-income homes · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 2005 · For older adults, people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness
- Talbot Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 449 451 Guilford College Road, Greensboro 27409 56 low-income homes · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 24 · In service since 2021 · For older adults
- Admiral Pointe Tax credit (LIHTC) 3725 Admiral Dr, High Point 27265 54 low-income homes · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 2012 · For older adults
- Applewood Tax credit (LIHTC) 3505 Old Battleground Rd, Greensboro 27410 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 28 · 3 bd: 10 · For families
- Baylor Court + Woodberry Run Tax credit (LIHTC) 3 10 Baylor Court 3911 3915 Baylor Street 308 Berryman Street, Greensboro 27405 50 low-income homes · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 15 · 4 bd: 19 · For families
- Laurel Oaks Tax credit (LIHTC) 12 Laurel Lee Ter, Greensboro 27405 50 low-income homes · 3 bd: 50 · For families
- Pear Leaf Tax credit (LIHTC) 2905 W Florida St, Greensboro 27407 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 4 · 2 bd: 31 · 3 bd: 12 · 4 bd: 3 · For families
- River Birch Tax credit (LIHTC) 312 N Swing Rd, Greensboro 27409 50 low-income homes · 3 bd: 50 · For families
- Silverbriar Tax credit (LIHTC) 4807 Silverbriar Ct, Greensboro 27410 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 28 · 3 bd: 10 · For families
- Stoneridge Tax credit (LIHTC) 1900 Peale Ter, Greensboro 27407 50 low-income homes · 2 bd: 50 · For older adults
- Scattered Sites 620 Public housing 405 Evergreen Ave, High Point 27262 49 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · Average payment: $631 a month · Average wait: 23 months · Homes at several sites · (336) 887-2661
- Franklin Ridge Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 213 Hartley Dr, High Point 27265 48 low-income homes · 2 bd: 36 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2000 · For families
- The Terrace at Rocky Knoll Tax credit (LIHTC) 435 Rocky Knoll Rd, Greensboro 27406 48 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 32 · In service since 2013 · For families
- Carolina Woods Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3409 N Ohenry Blvd, Greensboro 27405 48 homes, 47 low-income · 2 bd: 34 · 3 bd: 14 · In service since 1990 · For families
- MHA Housing of Central NC HUD-assisted 46 A Pinewood Rd., High Point 27263 51 homes, 44 low-income · For people with disabilities · (336) 861-2041
- Berryman Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 200 Berryman St, Greensboro 27405 44 low-income homes · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 38 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Rankin King Farms Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1600 Rankin King Dr, Greensboro 27405 44 low-income homes · 1 bd: 34 · 2 bd: 10 · In service since 2009 · For older adults
- Spring Brook Meadows Tax credit (LIHTC) 2732 Granville St, High Point 27263 44 low-income homes · 1 bd: 30 · 2 bd: 14 · In service since 2003 · For older adults
- ST. Leo's Place at Great Oaks Tax credit (LIHTC) 805 Sullivan St, Greensboro 27405 44 low-income homes · 1 bd: 36 · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 1999 · For older adults
- Seager Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 1404 Fleming Rd, Greensboro 27410 42 low-income homes · 1 bd: 34 · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 2004 · For older adults
- Morehead-Simkinks Ind. Living Apts. HUD-assisted 1301 Jolson St, Greensboro 27405 41 homes, 40 low-income · For older adults · (336) 333-9906
- Aldersgate II HUD-assisted 2608 Merritt Dr, Greensboro 27407 40 low-income homes · For older adults · (336) 855-6945
- Alexander Homes Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 503 Gillespie St, Greensboro 27401 40 low-income homes · 2 bd: 40 · In service since 1996 · For families
- Carolina Woods Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 3433 N Ohenry Blvd, Greensboro 27405 40 low-income homes · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 23 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Coley-Jenkins Independent Living Center Tax credit (LIHTC) 2221 Redwood Street, Greensboro 27405 40 low-income homes · 1 bd: 40 · In service since 1998 · For older adults
- The Villas at Willow Oaks Public housing 1800A Morning Joy Pl, Greensboro 27401 40 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of Greensboro · (336) 275-8501
- Villas at Willow Oaks Tax credit (LIHTC) 1806 Morning Joy Pl, Greensboro 27401 40 low-income homes · 1 bd: 37 · 2 bd: 3 · In service since 2003 · For older adults
- Kingsgate South Tax credit (LIHTC) 603H W Terrell St, Greensboro 27406 36 low-income homes · 2 bd: 36 · In service since 2000 · For families
- Gatewood Manor Apartments HUD-assisted 1238 Lolly Ln, Greensboro 27405 32 low-income homes · For older adults · (336) 230-0503
- Laurence Manor Apartments HUD-assisted 2300 Juliet Pl, Greensboro 27406 32 low-income homes · For families · (336) 617-8589
- Partnership Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 131 Greenbriar Rd, Greensboro 27405 32 low-income homes · Studio: 32 · In service since 1999 · For families
- Richardson Hospital Tax credit (LIHTC) 603 S Benbow Rd, Greensboro 27401 32 low-income homes · 1 bd: 22 · 2 bd: 10 · In service since 2002 · For older adults
- Deep River Development Public housing 2776 Gateworth Dr, High Point 27265 31 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · Average payment: $725 a month · Average wait: 81 months · (336) 887-2661
- Dolan Manor HUD-assisted 2211 Golden Gate Dr, Greensboro 27405 30 low-income homes · For older adults · (336) 379-1411
- Trinity Gardens Apartments HUD-assisted 809 Carrieland Dr, Greensboro 27405 152 homes, 29 low-income · For families · (336) 272-8774
- Dartmouth Court Apartments HUD-assisted 4405 Trinity Ave, Greensboro 27407 28 low-income homes · For families · (366) 855-4908
- Parkview Apartments Public housing 2302A Apache St, Greensboro 27401 81 homes, 25 low-income · Run by Housing Authority of the City of Greensboro · Average payment: $322 a month · Average wait: 7 months · (336) 275-8501
- Williams-DeLashmet Crossing Apts. HUD-assisted 2102 Aileen Ct, High Point 27265 25 homes, 24 low-income · For people with disabilities · (336) 886-1860
- Dolan Manor Phase II HUD-assisted 2211 Golden Gate Dr, Greensboro 27405 24 low-income homes · For older adults · (336) 379-1411
- Partnership Village Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) 135 Greenbriar Rd, Greensboro 27405 24 low-income homes · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2001 · For families
- Richardson Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 600 Dewitt St, Greensboro 27401 24 low-income homes · 2 bd: 24 · In service since 2002 · For families
- Shepherd House HUD-assisted 1500 Lankford St, Greensboro 27405 21 homes, 20 low-income · For people with disabilities · (336) 375-9080
- Gibsonville Village Apartments HUD-assisted 400 W Steele St, Gibsonville 27249 20 low-income homes · For older adults · (336) 449-6070
- Spring Brook Meadows Senior Villas Public housing 2764 Granville St, High Point 27263 44 homes, 18 low-income · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · Average payment: $371 a month · Average wait: 180 months · (336) 887-2661
- Park Terrace Phase 2 (Clara Cox II) Public housing 805 Sharon Way, High Point 27260 92 homes, 17 low-income · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · (336) 887-2661
- Windhill Court Apartments Public housing 103D Wind Hill Ct, Greensboro 27405 64 homes, 16 low-income · Run by Housing Authority of the City of Greensboro · (336) 275-8501
- Guilford Greene Tax credit (LIHTC) Slade Street, Gibsonville 27249 16 low-income homes · 2 bd: 14 · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 1993 · For families
- Park Terrace Phase I (Clara Cox I) Public housing 604 Clara Cox Way, High Point 27260 80 homes, 15 low-income · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · (336) 887-2661
- RHF Scattered Sites Public housing 2113 Wingate Pl, High Point 27260 14 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · Average payment: $592 a month · Homes at several sites · (336) 887-2661
- Park Terrace III Public housing 840 Sharon Way, High Point 27260 78 homes, 13 low-income · Run by Housing Authority of the City of High Point · (336) 887-2661
- Lutheran Supported Living Apartments HUD-assisted 6720 W Friendly Ave, Greensboro 27410 10 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (336) 883-0650
- Arc/HDS Guilford Co GH #6 HUD-assisted 119 Green Acres Ln, Greensboro 27410 7 homes, 6 low-income · For people with disabilities · (336) 294-4998
- Arc/HDS Guilford Co GH #7 HUD-assisted 101 Andrea Dr, Jamestown 27282 7 homes, 6 low-income · For people with disabilities · (336) 294-9873
- Arc/HDS Guilford Co GH #8 HUD-assisted 2205 Benton Ln, Greensboro 27455 7 homes, 6 low-income · For people with disabilities · (336) 282-6081
- As Guilford County GH #1 HUD-assisted 6184 Lake Brandt Rd, Greensboro 27455 7 homes, 6 low-income · For people with disabilities · (336) 643-3300
- WNC Community Homes #7 HUD-assisted 1400 Spring Tree Ct, High Point 27265 7 homes, 6 low-income · For people with disabilities · (336) 883-6212
- CHC of High Point #2 HUD-assisted 408 N Ward Ave, High Point 27262 6 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (336) 882-6626
- Arc/HDS Guilford Co GH #1 HUD-assisted 2001 Jane St, Greensboro 27407 7 homes, 5 low-income · For people with disabilities · (336) 855-6644
- Arc/HDS Guilford Co GH #2 HUD-assisted 400 Dogwood Cir, High Point 27260 6 homes, 5 low-income · For people with disabilities · (336) 884-8278
- Arc/HDS Guilford Co GH #3 HUD-assisted 801 Larkwood Dr, Greensboro 27410 6 homes, 5 low-income · For people with disabilities · (336) 855-1848
- Arc/HDS Guilford Co GH #4 HUD-assisted 301 Southridge Rd, Jamestown 27282 6 homes, 5 low-income · For people with disabilities · (336) 454-1213
- Arc/HDS Guilford Co GH #5 HUD-assisted 3417 Corvair Dr, High Point 27265 6 homes, 5 low-income · For people with disabilities · (336) 869-8034
- 3410 Calumet PL Tax credit (LIHTC) 3410 Calumet Pl, Greensboro 27405 3 low-income homes · 2 bd: 3 · In service since 1994
- 1700 Alice Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 1700 Alice Ave, Greensboro 27401 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1995
- 1702 Alice Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 1702 Alice Ave, Greensboro 27401 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1995 · For families
- 2915 Liberty RD Tax credit (LIHTC) 2915 Liberty Rd, Greensboro 27406 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1992
- 3837 W Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 3837 West Ave, Greensboro 27407 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1995 · For families
- 3860 Green Point DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 3860 Green Point Dr, Greensboro 27407 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1995
- 6 Quad Oak DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 6 Quad Oak Dr, Greensboro 27405 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1992
- 734 S Scientific ST Tax credit (LIHTC) 734 S Scientific St, High Point 27260 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1994
- Allen Street Tax credit (LIHTC) 1701 Allen St, Greensboro 27406 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1992
- Mclouis Clayton Rental Unit Tax credit (LIHTC) 236 Gordon St, High Point 27260 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1992
- William H Baker JR Tax credit (LIHTC) 1106 Easton Rd, Greensboro 27405 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1992
4 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Guilford County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 2 agencies serve in Guilford County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $19,250 | $32,050 | $51,250 |
| 2 people | $22,000 | $36,600 | $58,600 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $41,200 | $65,900 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $45,750 | $73,200 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $49,450 | $79,100 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $53,100 | $84,950 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $56,750 | $90,800 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $60,400 | $96,650 |
Area median income: $91,500. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Greensboro-High Point, NC HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $1,009 – $1,233
- 1 bedroom $1,051 – $1,285
- 2 bedrooms $1,144 – $1,398
- 3 bedrooms $1,480 – $1,808
- 4 bedrooms $1,739 – $2,125
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Housing Authority of the City of Greensboro Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 5,264 vouchers · 474 public housing units (336) 275-8501 Housing Authority of the City of Greensboro: jcox@gha-nc.org
- Housing Authority of the City of High Point Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 1,877 vouchers · 1,131 public housing units (336) 887-2661 Housing Authority of the City of High Point: ajimenez@hpha.net
Housing agencies in North Carolina Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in North Carolina
What North Carolina law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- When must they return my deposit?
- 30 days
- N.C. Gen. Stat. § 42-52
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 10 days
- N.C. Gen. Stat. § 42-3
- How much notice ends a month-to-month rental?
- 7 days
- N.C. Gen. Stat. § 42-14
- Only a court order can remove youN.C. Gen. Stat. § 42-25.6
- Protection from retaliationN.C. Gen. Stat. § 42-37.1(b)
Help
Where to get help with rent in Guilford County
These HUD-approved agencies have offices in Guilford County. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Housing Consultants Group
1031 Summit Ave, Greensboro · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Mortgage delinquency workshops
- and 7 more
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CCCS of Greater Greensboro
315 E Washington St, Greensboro
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 7 more
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CCCS of Greater Greensboro
1401 Long Street, High Point
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 7 more
Tool
How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Guilford County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
Count power on top of the rent: in North Carolina, the average home bill was $144 a month in 2024 (EIA). See electricity and gas costs
Your move
We use the place's fair market rent and the state's deposit rule.
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Let's do the math
Cash to move in
$2,542
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $1,271
- Security deposit
- $1,271
- Total
- $2,542
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Guilford County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $1,121; 1 bedroom: $1,168; 2 bedrooms: $1,271; 3 bedrooms: $1,644; 4 bedrooms: $1,932. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Guilford County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($1,271) without spending more than 30% of income takes $24.44 an hour full time, or $50,840 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Guilford County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $45,750 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Guilford County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $1,144 and $1,398 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Guilford County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,060 in 27249 to $1,910 in 27235. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Guilford County?
HUD lists 132 properties with homes for low-income households in Guilford County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Guilford County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Guilford County, 52% of renter households are in that position; in North Carolina, 49%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).