Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Cayce, SC 29033
8 affordable buildings in 29033 · 64 more within 9 mi
Cayce, SC 29033 has 8 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit, 2 public housing, and 3 Section 8. 64 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 29033
Cayce
1202 Lucas St, Cayce, SC 29033
40 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Cayce
- Residents waited about 27 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Scattered Site
539 Riverside Ln, Cayce, SC 29033
1 unit
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Cayce
- Several buildings — call for addresses
1904-05-08 Lorick Street
1904 Lorick St, Cayce, SC 29033
3 units · Studio
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
2921 & 2931 Taylor Road
2921 Taylor Rd, Cayce, SC 29033
2 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 29033 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 64 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
The Rapids Apts
1 Catawba Cir, Columbia, SC 29201
2.2 mi away
120 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Westbridge Apts
100 B Ave, West Columbia, SC 29169
2.4 mi away
112 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Gentle Pines Apts
566 N Brown St, West Columbia, SC 29169
2.9 mi away
150 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Northeast Housing
105 Rosewood Hills Dr, Columbia, SC 29205
3 mi away
360 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Columbia
- Residents waited about 147 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Sandwood Apartments, Inc.
1151-a Comanchee Trl, West Columbia, SC 29169
3.2 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Christopher Towers
1805 Devine St, Columbia, SC 29201
3.6 mi away
225 units · 154 income-restricted · 1 BR
Pavilion Tower Apts
2001 Pavilion Tower Cir, Columbia, SC 29201
3.7 mi away
240 units · 48 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Allen Benedict Court
705 Richland St Apt 1, Columbia, SC 29201
3.7 mi away
205 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Columbia
- Residents waited about 31 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Finlay House
2100 Blossom St, Columbia, SC 29205
3.8 mi away
204 units · 177 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Waverly Development
1116 Blanding St, Columbia, SC 29201
3.8 mi away
4 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Waverly Development
1815 Senate St, Columbia, SC 29201
3.9 mi away
4 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Plowden Place Apts
3800 Plowden Rd, Columbia, SC 29205
3.9 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Wardlaw Apts, LP
1003 Elmwood Ave, Columbia, SC 29201
4.1 mi away
66 units · Studio–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Columbia Gardens
4000 Plowden Road, Columbia, SC 29205
4.1 mi away
188 units · 184 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Gonzales Gardens
2225 College St Apt 111, Columbia, SC 29205
4.1 mi away
83 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Columbia
- Residents waited about 24 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Single Family Construction
806 Oak St, Columbia, SC 29205
4.1 mi away
1 unit
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Columbia
- Several buildings — call for addresses
1016-1018 Oak St
1016 Oak St, Columbia, SC 29205
4.2 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cherry Street Apts
2539 Cherry St, Columbia, SC 29205
4.4 mi away
4 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Page Development
1107 Page St, Columbia, SC 29205
4.4 mi away
4 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 29033
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,390/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $55,600/yr
- Renters in 29033 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 47%
Income limits (2026)
Columbia, SC area · median family income $92,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,400 | $32,350 | $51,750 |
| 2 | $22,200 | $37,000 | $59,150 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $41,600 | $66,550 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $46,200 | $73,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $49,900 | $79,850 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $53,600 | $85,750 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $57,300 | $91,650 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $61,000 | $97,550 |
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 | 29033 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,120 | $992 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,280 | $1,126 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,390 | $1,226 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,750 | $1,546 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,990 | $1,754 |
Wider area = Columbia, SC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,150 (29172) to $1,640 (29208).
Census figures for 29033 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,330. Median household income $61,237. 39% of homes are rented. 47% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 19% 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 29033's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 29033Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Cayce, SC 29033?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Cayce, SC 29033, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Cayce, SC 29033 have openings?
These lists for Cayce, SC 29033 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Cayce, SC 29033?
Use the phone number on each building card in Cayce, SC 29033. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Cayce, SC 29033?
In Cayce, SC 29033, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 29033?
This directory lists 8 income-restricted buildings in Cayce, SC 29033. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 29033?
Yes — this page also lists 64 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Cayce, SC 29033 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Cayce, SC 29033?
Most income-restricted buildings in Cayce, SC 29033 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 $32,350, and $46,200 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($51,750 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 Cayce, SC 29033?
For many programs in Cayce, SC 29033, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,350 a year for 1 person and $46,200 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $51,750 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Cayce, SC 29033?
There is no single waiting list for Cayce, SC 29033. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Cayce, SC 29033?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Cayce, SC 29033. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Cayce, SC 29033?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Cayce, SC 29033, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Cayce, SC 29033 is $1,390 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Cayce, SC 29033?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Cayce, SC 29033. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Cayce, SC 29033?
This page may still list buildings in Cayce, SC 29033 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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