About This Property
Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston operates 121 public housing units in South Charleston, WV. The property currently has closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
Preferences include living/working in South Charleston, displacement by natural disaster or government action, victim of domestic violence or hate crime, displaced to avoid reprisal or due to owner, living in substandard housing, homelessness, or rent burden. Applicants are screened for criminal background, credit, prior rental history, family composition, and income limits.
Priority is typically given to households with extremely low income (30% AMI or below), veterans, and households experiencing homelessness.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated October 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Kanawha County, WV
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $688 |
| 1 Bedroom | $816 |
| 2 Bedroom | $994 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,300 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,324 |
Income Limits - Kanawha County, WV
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,400
- Low (80%)
- $34,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,450
- Low (80%)
- $39,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,500
- Low (80%)
- $44,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,550
- Low (80%)
- $48,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,000
- Low (80%)
- $52,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,450
- Low (80%)
- $56,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $37,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,900
- Low (80%)
- $60,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,350
- Low (80%)
- $64,550
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $21,400 | $34,250 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $24,450 | $39,150 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $27,500 | $44,050 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $30,550 | $48,900 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $33,000 | $52,850 |
| 6 Persons | $35,450 | $35,450 | $56,750 |
| 7 Persons | $37,900 | $37,900 | $60,650 |
| 8 Persons | $40,350 | $40,350 | $64,550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in South Charleston, WV?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Kanawha County, WV is: $688 (Studio), $816 (1BR), $994 (2BR), $1300 (3BR), $1324 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston have?+
Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston has a total of 121 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston?+
Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3047689315, 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 Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston?+
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 Kanawha County, WV?+
For a 4-person household in Kanawha County, WV, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $30,550, Low Income (80% AMI): $48,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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