Affordable housing options may include income-restricted apartments, housing choice vouchers, and non-profit managed properties. Some providers to reach out to in our community include:

Hendersonville Housing Authority

WNCSource

Income restricted apartments are listed at a variety of websites online including partnershippm.com

Yes, programs have waiting lists. The vacancy rates in Henderson County for affordable housing typically hovers at less than 1%. Certain properties have waiting lists over two years. Call or search online to learn more about the waiting lists at the Hendersonville Housing Authority, Section 8 program managed by WNCSource, and property management offices.

Housing is generally considered affordable when a household spends no more than 30% of its income on rent and utilities. Many programs use income limits based on area median income (AMI).

To calculate affordability, take your monthly wages (x) and divide by 3 (x / 3 = affordable monthly housing cost). For example, if you take home $2,500 a month, an affordable housing cost would be $833 ($2,500 / 3 = $833).

Rental assistance programs are typically short-term. Availability can vary, so check regularly with local providers. Interfaith Assistance Ministry and Salvation Army have been able to offer a one-time payment to prevent evictions.

Thrive employs housing case managers to support households experiencing homelessness.

WNCSource manages the Section 8 program.

Hendersonville Housing Authority has affordable rentals with wait lists.

Pisgah Legal Services