Cherokee County, SC
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $755/mo | $680 – $831/mo |
| 1 BR | $795/mo | $716 – $875/mo |
| 2 BR | $902/mo | $812 – $992/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,135/mo | $1,022 – $1,249/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,349/mo | $1,214 – $1,484/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Cherokee County, SC (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Cherokee County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Cherokee County
- HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF GAFFNEY
125 Beltline Rd, Gaffney, SC, 29341 · 8644893193
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Cherokee County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $26,150 |
| 2 people | $29,850 |
| 3 people | $33,600 |
| 4 people | $37,300 |
| 5 people | $40,300 |
| 6 people | $43,300 |
| 7 people | $46,300 |
| 8 people | $49,250 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Cherokee County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
CONNECTICUT VILLAGE
409 E. JUNIOR HIGH ROAD, GAFFNEY, SC, 29340-0000105 income-restricted units15 1BR, 55 2BR, 25 3BR, 10 4BR+Built 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052AUTUMN GLEN VILLAS
611 WEST BUFORD STREET, GAFFNEY, SC, 2934160 income-restricted units36 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049BLACKSBURG TERRACE APARTMENTS
208 WEST CAROLINA STREET, BLACKSBURG, SC, 2970232 income-restricted units32 1BRBuilt 20164% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046- Elderly
PEACHTREE APTS
100 KILLION DR, GAFFNEY, SC, 2934028 income-restricted units28 2BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044 - Elderly
HUNTINGTON SQUARE APTS
100 HUNTINGTON SQ DR, GAFFNEY, SC, 2934148 income-restricted units8 1BR, 32 2BR, 8 4BR+Built 20109% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040 - Elderly
RYAN PARK APTS
400 BONNER LAKE RD, GAFFNEY, SC, 2934048 income-restricted units16 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 20089% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038 - Elderly
MULBERRY RIDGE APTS
200 W CAROLINA ST, BLACKSBURG, SC, 2970224 income-restricted units6 1BR, 18 2BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033 - Elderly
CHESTNUT HILLS APTS
206 E CLAIRBORNE ST, BLACKSBURG, SC, 2970240 income-restricted units26 2BR, 14 3BRBuilt 20014% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031 FAIRFIELD APTS
100 FAIRFIELD DR, GAFFNEY, SC, 2934159 income-restricted units24 1BR, 35 2BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025WHITE OAK APTS
100 WHITE OAK DR, GAFFNEY, SC, 2934149 income-restricted units24 1BR, 25 2BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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