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The Farmville Housing Authority is the landlord — you rent your apartment directly from FHA.
Housing
Your path to a comfortable home
Everything you need to know about public housing in Farmville — who can apply, what rent could look like, how the waiting list works and what to expect when you move in.
The basics
What is public housing?
Public housing is a federally funded rental assistance program located within the city limits of Farmville, NC. Here is how it works, in plain language.
Assistance stays with the unit
Your rental assistance is tied directly to the apartment you are assigned — it is not a voucher you take elsewhere.
You pay 30% of income
All participants pay 30% of their monthly income toward their own rent and utilities.
$50 minimum rent
Public housing has a minimum rent of $50 per month, even when 30% of income would be less.
No income required
You do not need income to be eligible — that is exactly why the minimum rent exists.
Ready?
Start your application today
Apply online, or pick up an application from our receptionist.
Apply onlineEligibility
Who can apply
FHA accepts applications from both market-rate renters and those who need rental assistance.
Every applicant is screened according to HUD and Housing Authority policy.
Background checks for every applicant
- Criminal background
- Credit history
- Sex offender registry
- Landlord history
What counts as income?
Income can include any or all of the following:
- Employment income
- Child support
- Social Security
- TANF
- Odd jobs paid in cash
No income? You can still be eligible — the $50 minimum rent applies.
Over the income limit?
You can still apply. Over-income applicants may not be approved — but if you are approved, you may be offered a flat rent option.
See the flat rent tablePreferences
Preference may be given to families in the following categories.
Elderly / Disabled
Natural disasters / emergency displacements
Veterans
Homeless persons
Income limits
Income guidelines
Annual income limits by household size for the Greenville, NC Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), which includes Farmville.
Median family income
$66,700
These figures may be out of date
Figures shown are HUD FY2020 limits currently on file; current limits are updated annually — confirm with the office at 252-753-5347 or HUD’s income limits page.
| Income level | 1 person | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extremely low 30% of median | $14,000 | $17,240 | $21,720 | $26,200 | $30,680 | $35,160 | $39,640 | $44,050 |
| Very low 50% of median | $23,350 | $26,700 | $30,050 | $33,350 | $36,050 | $38,700 | $41,400 | $44,050 |
| Low 80% of median | $37,350 | $42,700 | $48,050 | $53,350 | $57,650 | $61,900 | $66,200 | $70,450 |
Swipe the table to see all household sizes.
Rent
What will my rent be?
Rent is based on 30% of your monthly income, with a $50 minimum. If that amount is higher than the flat rent for your apartment size, a flat rent option may be available.
Rent estimator
Enter your household’s total income to see a rough estimate.
Estimated monthly rent
$360
Income-based rent is the lower option.
- Income-based (30%)
- $360
- Flat rent for this size
- $620
Estimate only. Actual rent is calculated by FHA from adjusted income under HUD rules and may include a utility allowance.
Current flat rents
Fair market rent compared with FHA’s flat rent, by bedroom size.
| Bedrooms | Fair market | Flat rent |
|---|---|---|
| 0 BR | $616 | $493 |
| 1 BR | $620 | $496 |
| 2 BR | $775 | $620 |
| 3 BR | $1,100 | $880 |
| 4 BR | $1,361 | $1,089 |
| 5 BR | $1,565 | $1,252 |
About utility allowances
A utility allowance may be given based on bedroom size. Utility allowances are subject to change based on HUD guidelines, and flat rents are subject to change based on currently released fair market rents and utility analysis reports.
How to apply
Five steps to home
From your application to your first set of keys, here is what happens along the way.
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Get an application
Apply through the online application portal, or pick one up from our receptionist at 4284 Anderson Avenue, Farmville, NC 27828.
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Fill it out completely
Include ALL requested information. If your application is incomplete, we will contact you to finish it — if it is not completed, we cannot accept it.
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Return it to us
Bring it to our office by appointment only, or mail it back.
- Physical address
- 4284 Anderson Avenue
Farmville, NC 27828 - Mailing address
- P.O. Box 282
Farmville, NC 27828
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Join the waiting list
Once we receive your completed application, you are placed on the waiting list according to the date and time it was received.
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Your name reaches the top
You remain on the list until your name reaches the top. If you are deemed eligible, you will be shown the first available unit that meets your bedroom needs.
Waiting list
While you’re waiting
It is your responsibility to keep your information up to date while your name is on the waiting list.
Report any changes, such as:
- A new address
- A new phone number
- You or your co-head start or lose a job
- People added to or removed from your lease
10 days
Respond when we reach out
We communicate by letter and telephone. If we don’t hear from you within 10 days, your file will be closed, your name removed from the waiting list, and you will have to apply again.
First available unit
You cannot request a specific development or street. If you are deemed eligible, you will be shown the first unit available that meets your bedroom requirements.
You may refuse once
You can refuse a unit one (1) time. After that, your file is considered closed and you must reapply to the program.
Move-in
Getting ready to move in
Deposits, utilities, pets and what comes with your apartment.
Security deposit
- Public housing units
- $250
- Pine Grove (multi-family)
- One month’s rent
The deposit is paid at move-in. If you have a hardship, payment arrangements may be made.
Utilities
Tenants pay utilities, but FHA provides a monthly utility allowance to help with:
- Water
- Sewer
- Electric
Phone, cable and internet are the tenant’s responsibility.
Pets are welcome
$100
non-refundable fee
$150
deposit
$250
total
- Dog or cat, 25 lbs or under
- Documentation that your pet is spayed or neutered
- Proof that all shots are up to date
- Please note: some breeds are excluded
Amenities at every site
- Range & refrigerator
- Free parking
- On-site maintenance
- Lawn service
- Quarterly exterminating
Opening doors to comfort
Ready to take the first step?
Apply online, or call to schedule an appointment. Office visits are by appointment only.