Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Fair Play, SC 29643
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 29643 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Fair Play, SC 29643. 17 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 29643
Ridgewood Hills Townhouse Apts Ltd
208 Poole St, Lavonia, GA 30553
8.8 mi away
24 units · 2–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Springbrook Apts
115 Dalton Road, Seneca, SC 29678
11 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Seneca Gardens Apts.
819 Laing Court, Seneca, SC 29678
11.3 mi away
77 units · 76 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Spring Valley Elderly Housing
108 Field Village Drive, Seneca, SC 29678
11.3 mi away
48 units · Studio–1 BR
North Woods Apts
116 Northwood Drive, Seneca, SC 29678
12 mi away
119 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Sloan Street Housing Development Phase I
135 Seniors Way, Seneca, SC 29678
12.1 mi away
16 units · 1 BR
Second St/Sixth St Apt
113 N Hunter St, Seneca, SC 29678
12.4 mi away
225 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1
- Residents waited about 12 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Stribling Place
115 North Stribling Street, Seneca, SC 29678
12.6 mi away
12 units · People with disabilities
Fair Oaks Village
1200 Fairoaks Circle, Seneca, SC 29678
12.7 mi away
64 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 29643
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,060/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,400/yr
- Renters in 29643 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 68%
Income limits (2026)
Oconee County, SC area · median family income $90,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,700 | $31,100 | $49,800 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $35,550 | $56,900 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,000 | $64,000 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $44,450 | $71,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $48,050 | $76,800 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $51,600 | $82,500 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $55,150 | $88,200 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $58,700 | $93,900 |
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 | 29643 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $920 | $650 |
| 1 bedroom | $940 | $683 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,060 | $894 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,090 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,670 | $1,204 |
Wider area = Oconee County, SC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (30553) to $1,210 (29678).
Census figures for 29643 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $80,517. 10% of homes are rented. 68% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 68% pay half or more.
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 29643's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 29643Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Fair Play, SC 29643?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Fair Play, SC 29643, 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 Fair Play, SC 29643 have openings?
These lists for Fair Play, SC 29643 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 Fair Play, SC 29643?
Use the phone number on each building card in Fair Play, SC 29643. 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 Fair Play, SC 29643?
In Fair Play, SC 29643, 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 29643?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 29643 right now. 17 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 29643?
Yes — this page also lists 17 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Fair Play, SC 29643 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Fair Play, SC 29643?
Most income-restricted buildings in Fair Play, SC 29643 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 $31,100, and $44,450 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($49,800 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 Fair Play, SC 29643?
For many programs in Fair Play, SC 29643, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,100 a year for 1 person and $44,450 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $49,800 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 Fair Play, SC 29643?
There is no single waiting list for Fair Play, SC 29643. 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 Fair Play, SC 29643?
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 Fair Play, SC 29643?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Fair Play, SC 29643, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Fair Play, SC 29643 is $1,060 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 Fair Play, SC 29643?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Fair Play, SC 29643. 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 Fair Play, SC 29643?
This page may still list buildings in Fair Play, SC 29643 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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