Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Isle Of Palms, SC 29451
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 29451 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Isle Of Palms, SC 29451. 1 income-restricted building is listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 29451
21 Amherst St
21 Amherst St, Charleston, SC 29403
10.9 mi away
4 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
3 Hamden St
3 Hampden Ct, Charleston, SC 29403
11 mi away
4 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
S C Model I
48 America Street, Charleston, SC 29403
11 mi away
22 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Meeting Street Manor
231 America St, Charleston, SC 29403
11.1 mi away
501 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Charleston
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Mary & South St Apts
38 Mary St, Charleston, SC 29403
11.1 mi away
6 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Historic East Side Neighborhood Housing
93 Columbus St, Charleston, SC 29403
11.1 mi away
13 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
CANTERBURY HOUSE - West
175 Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401
11.3 mi away
198 units · 20 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 29451
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,830/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $113,200/yr
- Renters in 29451 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 18%
Income limits (2026)
Charleston-North Charleston, SC area · median family income $117,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,700 | $41,150 | $65,800 |
| 2 | $28,200 | $47,000 | $75,200 |
| 3 | $31,750 | $52,900 | $84,600 |
| 4 | $35,250 | $58,750 | $94,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $63,450 | $101,550 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $68,150 | $109,050 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $72,850 | $116,600 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $77,550 | $124,100 |
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 | 29451 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,500 | $1,661 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,600 | $1,731 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,830 | $1,884 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,510 | $2,336 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,040 | $2,687 |
Wider area = Charleston-North Charleston, SC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $2,400 (29492) to $2,770 (29466).
Census figures for 29451 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,893 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $156,979. 7% of homes are rented. 18% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 18% 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 29451's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 29451Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Isle Of Palms, SC 29451?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Isle Of Palms, SC 29451, 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 Isle Of Palms, SC 29451 have openings?
These lists for Isle Of Palms, SC 29451 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 Isle Of Palms, SC 29451?
Use the phone number on each building card in Isle Of Palms, SC 29451. 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 Isle Of Palms, SC 29451?
In Isle Of Palms, SC 29451, 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 29451?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 29451 right now. 1 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 29451?
Yes — this page also lists 1 income-restricted building in ZIP codes near Isle Of Palms, SC 29451 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Isle Of Palms, SC 29451?
Most income-restricted buildings in Isle Of Palms, SC 29451 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 $41,150, and $58,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($65,800 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 Isle Of Palms, SC 29451?
For many programs in Isle Of Palms, SC 29451, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $41,150 a year for 1 person and $58,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $65,800 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 Isle Of Palms, SC 29451?
There is no single waiting list for Isle Of Palms, SC 29451. 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 Isle Of Palms, SC 29451?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Isle Of Palms, SC 29451?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Isle Of Palms, SC 29451, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Isle Of Palms, SC 29451 is $2,830 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 Isle Of Palms, SC 29451?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Isle Of Palms, SC 29451. 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 Isle Of Palms, SC 29451?
This page may still list buildings in Isle Of Palms, SC 29451 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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