About This Property
Cushman Arms Apts comprises 34 three-bedroom units in Aiken, South Carolina, with 31 units designated as low-income housing. The property has been in service since 1987 and currently holds 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) funding. This family-oriented community provides affordable rental housing in Aiken County.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of Aiken
Applications are accepted on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Applications will be mailed to the disabled and elderly. The Aiken Housing Authority may take applications on an open enrollment basis depending on the length of the waiting list. The application process involves an initial pre-application and a final full application when nearing the top of the waiting list.
The Housing Authority of the City of Aiken (AHA) administers a total of 875 vouchers. Applications are accepted online only during specific open periods. When the list is opened, notices are placed in local newspapers, media, social groups, and given to community service agencies. Vouchers become available when a client leaves the program or is terminated, and are issued to the next person on the waiting list. The AHA jurisdiction consists of Aiken County only, and there are restrictions on where you can live with a voucher. A voucher holder must reside in a unit for a minimum of one year to move within or outside of the AHA jurisdiction.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Aiken County, SC
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $805 |
| 1 Bedroom | $961 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,100 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,463 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,779 |
Income Limits - Aiken County, SC
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $14,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,200
- Low (80%)
- $38,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,650
- Low (80%)
- $44,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,100
- Low (80%)
- $49,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,550
- Low (80%)
- $55,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,350
- Low (80%)
- $59,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,100
- Low (80%)
- $64,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,850
- Low (80%)
- $68,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,650
- Low (80%)
- $73,000
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $14,550 | $24,200 | $38,750 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $27,650 | $44,250 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $31,100 | $49,800 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $34,550 | $55,300 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $37,350 | $59,750 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $40,100 | $64,150 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $42,850 | $68,600 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $45,650 | $73,000 |
Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Aiken, SC?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Aiken County, SC is: $805 (Studio), $961 (1BR), $1100 (2BR), $1463 (3BR), $1779 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Cushman Arms Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Cushman Arms Apts?+
Cushman Arms Apts offers the following unit types: 34 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 34 units.
Is there a waitlist for Cushman Arms Apts?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
What is the price range for apartments in Aiken, SC?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Aiken County, the estimated price range is: 3-bedroom: $1463. Actual rent at Cushman Arms Apts may be lower for income-eligible households.
Who manages Cushman Arms Apts?+
Cushman Arms Apts is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Who is eligible to live at Cushman Arms Apts?+
Cushman Arms Apts primarily serves families. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
How do I apply for housing at Cushman Arms Apts?+
Cushman Arms Apts is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Aiken County, SC?+
For a 4-person household in Aiken County, SC, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $34,550, Low Income (80% AMI): $55,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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