Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Chesnee, SC 29323
2 affordable buildings in 29323 · 26 more within 10 mi
Chesnee, SC 29323 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit, 1 Section 8, and 1 usda rural. 26 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 29323
Virginia Avenue Apt
202 N Virginia Ave, Chesnee, SC 29323
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 29323 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 26 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Wilkinson Place
275 Laurelwood Drive, Boiling Springs, SC 29316
6.3 mi away
20 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Westwood Apts
925 Wesley Ct, Boiling Springs, SC 29316
6.9 mi away
52 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Wilson Place Apts
235 Outlook Dr, Boiling Springs, SC 29316
6.9 mi away
64 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Spartanburg Elderly Housing Dev
2500 McMillan Blvd, Boiling Springs, SC 29316
6.9 mi away
97 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Three Oaks Apartments
200 Three Oaks Rd, Cowpens, SC 29330
9 mi away
52 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Willow Oaks Associates of Cowpens
133 Foster St, Cowpens, SC 29330
9.4 mi away
20 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Newport Inc.
500 Jeff Davis Dr, Spartanburg, SC 29303
10.6 mi away
20 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Gooch/Archibald Village
140 W Centennial St, Spartanburg, SC 29303
11.3 mi away
50 units
- Apply through Spartanburg Housing
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Archibald Rutledge
764 N Church St, Spartanburg, SC 29303
11.4 mi away
150 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Spartanburg Housing
Washington Rd Apts
12A Bobo St Apt, Inman, SC 29349
11.5 mi away
168 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Fremont Apts
600 Magnolia St, Spartanburg, SC 29303
11.6 mi away
46 units · Studio–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Oakview Apts
700 Howard St, Spartanburg, SC 29303
11.7 mi away
106 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Duvall Apartments
5 Culp Street, Inman, SC 29349
11.8 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 29323
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,070/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,800/yr
- Renters in 29323 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 38%
Income limits (2026)
Spartanburg, SC area · median family income $91,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,000 | $31,600 | $50,600 |
| 2 | $21,700 | $36,100 | $57,800 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,600 | $65,050 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $45,150 | $72,250 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $48,750 | $78,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $52,400 | $83,850 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $56,000 | $89,600 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $59,600 | $95,400 |
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 | 29323 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $940 | $1,055 |
| 1 bedroom | $980 | $1,099 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,070 | $1,196 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,300 | $1,457 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,500 | $1,722 |
Wider area = Spartanburg, SC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,060 (28074) to $1,290 (29316).
Census figures for 29323 (2020–2024 average): median rent $896. Median household income $63,263. 19% of homes are rented. 38% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 29323's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 29323Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Chesnee, SC 29323?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Chesnee, SC 29323, 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 Chesnee, SC 29323 have openings?
These lists for Chesnee, SC 29323 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 Chesnee, SC 29323?
Use the phone number on each building card in Chesnee, SC 29323. 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 Chesnee, SC 29323?
In Chesnee, SC 29323, 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 29323?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Chesnee, SC 29323. 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 29323?
Yes — this page also lists 26 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Chesnee, SC 29323 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Chesnee, SC 29323?
Most income-restricted buildings in Chesnee, SC 29323 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 $31,600, and $45,150 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($50,600 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 Chesnee, SC 29323?
For many programs in Chesnee, SC 29323, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,600 a year for 1 person and $45,150 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $50,600 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 Chesnee, SC 29323?
There is no single waiting list for Chesnee, SC 29323. 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 Chesnee, SC 29323?
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 Chesnee, SC 29323. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Chesnee, SC 29323?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Chesnee, SC 29323, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Chesnee, SC 29323 is $1,070 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 Chesnee, SC 29323?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Chesnee, SC 29323. 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 Chesnee, SC 29323?
This page may still list buildings in Chesnee, SC 29323 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; 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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