Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Lugoff, SC 29078
5 affordable buildings in 29078 · 17 more within 12 mi
Lugoff, SC 29078 has 5 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit, 1 Section 8, and 1 usda rural. 17 more are listed within 12 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 29078
Stratton Homes
109 Hampton Court, Lugoff, SC 29078
8 units · 6 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Sherwood Forest Apt
710 Cambridge Ln, Lugoff, SC 29078
96 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Bridle Ridge Apts
46 Boulware Rd, Lugoff, SC 29078
40 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 29078 match this filter.
Nearby
Kershaw Special Housing, Inc.
975 Wateree Blvd, Camden, SC 29020
6.1 mi away
15 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Chestnut Ferry Court, Inc.
47 Chestnut Ferry Road, Camden, SC 29020
6.2 mi away
20 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Trinity Methodist Church Apts. Inc.
401 Church St, Camden, SC 29020
6.4 mi away
50 units · Studio–4+ BR
Chestnut Court Apts (Was Douglas Manor)
618 Douglas St, Camden, SC 29020
7.4 mi away
30 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Canterbury Apts
101 Canterbury Ln, Camden, SC 29020
7.4 mi away
36 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Sparkleberry Hill
100 Chalice Ln, Columbia, SC 29229
10.8 mi away
64 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Colonel Bluff (fka Colonel Creek)
930 Ashcroft Circle, Columbia, SC 29229
11.2 mi away
288 units · 1–3 BR
Spring Valley Apts
127 Sparkleberry Ln, Columbia, SC 29229
11.4 mi away
152 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Killian Terrace
508 Longtown Road, Columbia, SC 29229
13.7 mi away
288 units · 287 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 29078
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,150/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $46,000/yr
- Renters in 29078 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 32%
Income limits (2026)
Kershaw County, SC area · median family income $97,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,500 | $32,500 | $51,950 |
| 2 | $22,300 | $37,150 | $59,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $41,800 | $66,800 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $46,400 | $74,250 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $50,150 | $80,150 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $53,850 | $86,100 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $57,550 | $92,050 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $61,250 | $98,000 |
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 | 29078 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $930 | $841 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,050 | $843 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,150 | $954 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,156 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,720 | $1,465 |
Wider area = Kershaw County, SC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (29020) to $1,650 (29229).
Census figures for 29078 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,018. Median household income $67,727. 12% of homes are rented. 32% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 8% 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 29078's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 29078Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Lugoff, SC 29078?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Lugoff, SC 29078, 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 Lugoff, SC 29078 have openings?
These lists for Lugoff, SC 29078 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 Lugoff, SC 29078?
Use the phone number on each building card in Lugoff, SC 29078. 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 Lugoff, SC 29078?
In Lugoff, SC 29078, 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 29078?
This directory lists 5 income-restricted buildings in Lugoff, SC 29078. 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 29078?
Yes — this page also lists 17 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Lugoff, SC 29078 (within about 12 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lugoff, SC 29078?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lugoff, SC 29078 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 $32,500, and $46,400 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($51,950 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 Lugoff, SC 29078?
For many programs in Lugoff, SC 29078, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,500 a year for 1 person and $46,400 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $51,950 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 Lugoff, SC 29078?
There is no single waiting list for Lugoff, SC 29078. 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 Lugoff, SC 29078?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Lugoff, SC 29078. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Lugoff, SC 29078?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lugoff, SC 29078, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lugoff, SC 29078 is $1,150 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 Lugoff, SC 29078?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Lugoff, SC 29078. 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 Lugoff, SC 29078?
This page may still list buildings in Lugoff, SC 29078 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; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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