How many low income apartments are in Darlington, SC?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Darlington with approximately 576 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Darlington?

Tenant-paid rents in Darlington's assisted buildings typically range from about $192 to $398 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Darlington?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Darlington?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Darlington County: about $856/mo for one-bedroom and $1,098/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Darlington, SC

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Darlington with roughly 576 assisted units — including 8 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $192 to $398 per month. Median reported wait: about 14 months.

assisted properties

576

subsidized units

$295

typical rent

14 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Darlington

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Darlington

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Pine Village Public Housing	167	$398	14 mo
Springfield Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	71	—	—
Brockington Heights LIHTC	50	—	—
Carolina Point - Fka-brockington He PB Section 8	50	$192	—
Indian Creek PB Section 8	50	$318	—
New Swift Creek Villa, Lp (112) PB Section 8	48	$217	—
Autumn Run Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Washington Square PB Section 8	40	$320	—
Pecan Grove Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Darlington Downtown Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Darlington (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Springfield Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	71	—	—
Carolina Point - Fka-brockington He PB Section 8	50	$192	—
Indian Creek PB Section 8	50	$318	—
New Swift Creek Villa, Lp (112) PB Section 8	48	$217	—
Autumn Run Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Washington Square PB Section 8	40	$320	—
Pecan Grove Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Darlington Downtown Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—

Public housing developments in Darlington

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Pine Village Public Housing	167	$398	14 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Darlington

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Brockington Heights LIHTC	50	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Darlington County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Darlington County: studio $850, 1-BR $856, 2-BR $1,098, 3-BR $1,317, 4-BR $1,499.

Full FMR table for Darlington County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Darlington

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.