Sumter, SC Low Income Housing

Sumter, SC Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Sumter, SC

How do I qualify for low income housing in Sumter, SC?
To qualify for low income housing in South Carolina, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Sumter, SC

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Sumter, SC, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Sumter, SC. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Sumter, South Carolina - Sumter County

Studio Apartments $803
One Bedroom Apartments $982
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,195
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,343

List of Low Income Housing in or near Sumter, SC

Sumter Senior - Affordable Community

Sumter Senior - Affordable Community - Sumter

405 W. Liberty Street
Sumter, SC - 29150
(803) 883-4900
Sumter County

Palmetto Towers

Palmetto Towers - Sumter

1150 S Pike W
Sumter, SC - 29150
(803) 469-3480
Sumter County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

First Flight - Sumter

2800 Drake Street
Sumter, SC - 29153
(778) 166-9121
Sumter County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 550 Rent
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Electric, gas, childcare.
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sumter County Community Development Corporation - Sumter

337 Manning Avenue
Sumter, SC - 29150
803-436-2276
Sumter County

Santee-lynches Affordable Housing And Community Development Corporation - Sumter

255 Broad Street
Sumter, SC - 29150
803-436-0020
Sumter County

Santee Lynches Affordable Housing And Community Development Corp

Santee Lynches Affordable Housing And Community Development Corp - Sumter

255 Broad St
Sumter, SC - 29150
(803)436-0020
Sumter County
Non Profit Apartment

Southview Apartments - Sumter

60 Hilliard Dr.
Sumter, SC - 29150
803-934-1449
Sumter County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mt Pisgah Apartments - Sumter

40 James Village
Sumter, SC - 29153
803-808-3966
Sumter County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 250
250.00
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Water
Water, Rent
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Magnolia Manor Of Sumter - Sumter

11 North Salem Avenue
Sumter, SC - 29150
803-778-1669
Sumter County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Independent Living - Sumter

219 Lee St
Sumter, SC - 29150
803-778-1669
Sumter County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Miracle Square - Sumter

740 Believers Path
Sumter, SC - 29150
803-775-5306
Sumter County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Washington Place - Sumter

14 S Washington St
Sumter, SC - 29150
803-775-0950
Sumter County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Bassett Park Apartments - Sumter

1390 Granville Court
Sumter, SC - 29150
803-469-8238
Sumter County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Poplar Square Apartments - Sumter

965 Miller Rd
Sumter, SC - 29150
512-306-8032
Sumter County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Shiloh Randolph Manor

Shiloh Randolph Manor - Sumter

125 W Bartlette St
Sumter, SC - 29150
336-375-1552
Sumter County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Creative Environments

Creative Environments - Sumter

13 Kendrick St
Sumter, SC - 29150
(803) 778-1669
Sumter County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Sumter, SC

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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