About This Property
De Smet Housing & Redevelopment Commission operates 35 units of public housing in De Smet, South Dakota, located in Kingsbury County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority manages this property as part of its affordable housing services.
Waitlist Information
The waiting list is currently accepting applications for senior/disabled/single individuals, as the DHRC does not have Public Housing for families. The program offers 35 one-bedroom units. To apply, pre-applications can be picked up in-person or requested by mail, followed by a scheduled appointment. Applicants declining two invitations will be purged from the waitlist.
Eligibility for Section 8 is based on income, family size, and citizenship status, with income limits varying by household size and updated annually by HUD. Applicants should contact the local housing authority to apply.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Kingsbury County, SD
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $660 |
| 1 Bedroom | $741 |
| 2 Bedroom | $974 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,178 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,565 |
Income Limits - Kingsbury County, SD
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $15,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,700
- Low (80%)
- $41,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,400
- Low (80%)
- $47,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,050
- Low (80%)
- $52,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,700
- Low (80%)
- $58,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,650
- Low (80%)
- $63,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,600
- Low (80%)
- $68,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,550
- Low (80%)
- $72,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,450
- Low (80%)
- $77,500
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,400 | $25,700 | $41,100 |
| 2 Persons | $17,600 | $29,400 | $47,000 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $33,050 | $52,850 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $36,700 | $58,700 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $39,650 | $63,400 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $42,600 | $68,100 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $45,550 | $72,800 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $48,450 | $77,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in De Smet, SD?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Kingsbury County, SD is: $660 (Studio), $741 (1BR), $974 (2BR), $1178 (3BR), $1565 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like De Smet Housing & Redevelopment Commission is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does De Smet Housing & Redevelopment Commission have?+
De Smet Housing & Redevelopment Commission has a total of 35 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Kingsbury County, SD?+
For a 4-person household in Kingsbury County, SD, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,700, Low Income (80% AMI): $58,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at De Smet Housing & Redevelopment Commission?+
De Smet Housing & Redevelopment Commission is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6058543213, 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 De Smet Housing & Redevelopment Commission?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
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