About This Property
South Carolina State Housing Authority operates 2,139 units of public housing in Columbia, SC and Lexington County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options for eligible low-income households.
Waitlist Information
Columbia Housing will accept pre-applications for 3 bedroom public housing units beginning at 8:00 am on Monday, January 26, 2026 until January 26, 2027. Applicants for this property will be selected using a computer-generated lottery system.
The HCVP waiting list is currently closed to all categories of applicants until further notice. It is currently taking three to five years to offer assistance to a family on the waiting list. There is no emergency assistance.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Lexington 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 | $1,036 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,110 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,246 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,595 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,917 |
Income Limits - Lexington County, SC
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $15,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,250
- Low (80%)
- $40,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,850
- Low (80%)
- $46,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,450
- Low (80%)
- $51,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,050
- Low (80%)
- $57,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,950
- Low (80%)
- $62,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,850
- Low (80%)
- $66,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,750
- Low (80%)
- $71,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,600
- Low (80%)
- $76,200
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,200 | $25,250 | $40,400 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $28,850 | $46,200 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $32,450 | $51,950 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $36,050 | $57,700 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $38,950 | $62,350 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $41,850 | $66,950 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $44,750 | $71,550 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $47,600 | $76,200 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Columbia, SC?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Lexington County, SC is: $1036 (Studio), $1110 (1BR), $1246 (2BR), $1595 (3BR), $1917 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like South Carolina State Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does South Carolina State Housing Authority have?+
South Carolina State Housing Authority has a total of 2139 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at South Carolina State Housing Authority?+
South Carolina State Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8038968888, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
Is there a waitlist for South Carolina State Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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 are the income limits for affordable housing in Lexington County, SC?+
For a 4-person household in Lexington County, SC, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,050, Low Income (80% AMI): $57,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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