Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Timmonsville, SC 29161
3 affordable buildings in 29161 · 20 more within 10 mi
Timmonsville, SC 29161 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit, 1 public housing, and 2 usda rural. 20 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 29161
Bridgeland
101 Davenport Dr, Timmonsville, SC 29161
50 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Florence
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Timmonsville Green
701 W James St, Timmonsville, SC 29161
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Sparrow Ridge Apts
701 E. Smith Street, Timmonsville, SC 29161
24 units · 2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 29161 match this filter.
Nearby
Farmwood Apts
1104 Farmwood Cir, Turbeville, SC 29501
5.8 mi away
28 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Creekside Village
2311 W Palmetto St, Florence, SC 29501
9.2 mi away
100 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Florence
- Residents waited about 12 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Covington Street Housing
317 Convington Street, Florence, SC 29501
9.8 mi away
3 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Trellis Apartments
125 West Thomas Street, Florence, SC 29501
10.2 mi away
24 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
128 Aiken Dr
128 N Aiken Dr, Florence, SC 29501
10.5 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
713 West Palmetto St
713 W Palmetto St, Florence, SC 29501
11.3 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Waverly
815E Waverly Ave, Florence, SC 29501
11.3 mi away
19 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Florence
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Wyndham Place Apts
805 W Darlington St, Florence, SC 29501
11.5 mi away
48 units · 38 income-restricted · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Select Houses 2
1406 Briarcliff Dr, Florence, SC 29501
11.5 mi away
3 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of Florence
- Several buildings — call for addresses
West Pine Street Housing
315 W Pine St, Florence, SC 29501
11.6 mi away
6 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Parkview Plaza
1000 Clement St Apt 1, Florence, SC 29501
11.9 mi away
60 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Florence
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 29161
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,100/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $44,000/yr
- Renters in 29161 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 54%
Income limits (2026)
Florence, SC area · median family income $79,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,700 | $27,800 | $44,450 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,750 | $50,800 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $35,700 | $57,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,650 | $63,450 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $42,850 | $68,550 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $46,000 | $73,650 |
| 7 | $49,200 | $49,200 | $78,700 |
| 8 | $52,350 | $52,350 | $83,800 |
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 | 29161 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $940 | $982 |
| 1 bedroom | $950 | $987 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,100 | $1,121 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,390 | $1,444 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,510 | $1,545 |
Wider area = Florence, SC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $890 (29080) to $1,270 (29501).
Census figures for 29161 (2020–2024 average): median rent $865. Median household income $50,517. 29% of homes are rented. 54% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 21% 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 29161's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 29161Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Timmonsville, SC 29161?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Timmonsville, SC 29161, 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 Timmonsville, SC 29161 have openings?
These lists for Timmonsville, SC 29161 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 Timmonsville, SC 29161?
Use the phone number on each building card in Timmonsville, SC 29161. 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 Timmonsville, SC 29161?
In Timmonsville, SC 29161, 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 29161?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Timmonsville, SC 29161. 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 29161?
Yes — this page also lists 20 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Timmonsville, SC 29161 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Timmonsville, SC 29161?
Most income-restricted buildings in Timmonsville, SC 29161 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 $27,800, and $39,650 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($44,450 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 Timmonsville, SC 29161?
For many programs in Timmonsville, SC 29161, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,800 a year for 1 person and $39,650 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $44,450 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 Timmonsville, SC 29161?
There is no single waiting list for Timmonsville, SC 29161. 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 Timmonsville, SC 29161?
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, tax-credit apartments in Timmonsville, SC 29161. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Timmonsville, SC 29161?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Timmonsville, SC 29161, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Timmonsville, SC 29161 is $1,100 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 Timmonsville, SC 29161?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Timmonsville, SC 29161. 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 Timmonsville, SC 29161?
This page may still list buildings in Timmonsville, SC 29161 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, 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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