Dream Builders I — Income-Restricted Housing in Chesterfield, SC 29709
209 Redfearn St, Chesterfield, SC 29709
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Leasing office: (843) 623-9016 ext. 236Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (843) 623-9016 ext. 236 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1999
- Bedrooms
- 8 1 bedroom
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 90/100 (Feb 2026) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 29709
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $890/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $35,600/yr
- Renters in 29709 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 55%
Income limits (2026)
Chesterfield County, SC area · median family income $67,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 | $26,150 | $41,800 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $29,850 | $47,800 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $33,600 | $53,750 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $37,300 | $59,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $40,300 | $64,500 |
| 6 | $43,300 | $43,300 | $69,300 |
| 7 | $46,300 | $46,300 | $74,050 |
| 8 | $49,250 | $49,250 | $78,850 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 29709 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $640 | $643 |
| 1 bedroom | $680 | $677 |
| 2 bedrooms | $890 | $885 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,150 | $1,153 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,220 | $1,217 |
Wider area = Chesterfield County, SC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $890 (29727) to $1,160 (28102).
Census figures for 29709 (2020–2024 average): median rent $829. Median household income $54,784. 23% of homes are rented. 55% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 31% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 29709's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 29709Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Dream Builders I?
Call (843) 623-9016 ext. 236 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Dream Builders I in Chesterfield, SC 29709. These records do not show openings.
Is Dream Builders I Section 8 housing?
Dream Builders I is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Dream Builders I?
Public records list 8 units at Dream Builders I in Chesterfield, SC 29709. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Dream Builders I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 29709 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Dream Builders I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Dream Builders I in Chesterfield, SC 29709. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Chesterfield, SC 29709?
Most income-restricted buildings in Chesterfield, SC 29709 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $26,150, and $37,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($41,800 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Chesterfield, SC 29709?
For many programs in Chesterfield, SC 29709, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $26,150 a year for 1 person and $37,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $41,800 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Chesterfield, SC 29709?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Chesterfield, SC 29709, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Chesterfield, SC 29709 is $890 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Dream Builders I take Section 8 vouchers?
Dream Builders I is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.