Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Summerville, SC 29484
1 affordable building in 29484 · 25 more within 10 mi
Summerville, SC 29484 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit and 1 senior. 25 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 29484
No buildings in 29484 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 25 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Palmetto Place, Inc.
553 Orangeburg Rd, Summerville, SC 29483
0.6 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Lake Pointe
100 Lake Pointe Ave, Summerville, SC 29483
1.2 mi away
56 units · 55 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Summerville Villas
350 Luden Drive, Summerville, SC 29485
1.4 mi away
42 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Country Club Apts
303 Country Club Blvd, Summerville, SC 29483
1.5 mi away
32 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Happy Homes, Inc.
707 Parsons Rd, Summerville, SC 29483
1.6 mi away
16 units · 15 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Cedar Key
246 Pidgeon Bay Rd, Summerville, SC 29483
2.2 mi away
56 units · 48 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Summer Pines Apts
400 Diana Ct, Summerville, SC 29483
4.2 mi away
48 units · 1–3 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
The Waters at Magnolia Bay
10765 Us Highway 78, Lincolnville, SC 29483
4.3 mi away
300 units · 240 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Redemption Towers
300 Springview Ln, Summerville, SC 29485
4.6 mi away
96 units · 95 income-restricted · 1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 29484
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,730/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $69,200/yr
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 | 29484 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,530 | $1,661 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,590 | $1,731 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,730 | $1,884 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,150 | $2,336 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,470 | $2,687 |
Wider area = Charleston-North Charleston, SC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,430 (29472) to $2,000 (29486).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 29484's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 29484Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Summerville, SC 29484?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Summerville, SC 29484, 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 Summerville, SC 29484 have openings?
These lists for Summerville, SC 29484 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 Summerville, SC 29484?
Use the phone number on each building card in Summerville, SC 29484. 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 Summerville, SC 29484?
In Summerville, SC 29484, 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 29484?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Summerville, SC 29484. 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 29484?
Yes — this page also lists 25 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Summerville, SC 29484 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Summerville, SC 29484?
Most income-restricted buildings in Summerville, SC 29484 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 Summerville, SC 29484?
For many programs in Summerville, SC 29484, 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 Summerville, SC 29484?
There is no single waiting list for Summerville, SC 29484. 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 Summerville, SC 29484?
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 tax-credit apartments in Summerville, SC 29484. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Summerville, SC 29484?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Summerville, SC 29484, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Summerville, SC 29484 is $1,730 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 Summerville, SC 29484?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Summerville, SC 29484. 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 Summerville, SC 29484?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Summerville, SC 29484. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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