Lexington 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 | $1,032/mo | $929 – $1,135/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,164/mo | $1,048 – $1,280/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,276/mo | $1,148 – $1,404/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,623/mo | $1,461 – $1,785/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,911/mo | $1,720 – $2,102/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Lexington County, SC (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Lexington County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Lexington County
- SC STATE HOUSING AUTHORITY
300 Outlet Pointe Blvd Ste C, Columbia, SC, 29210 · 8038968888
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Lexington 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 | $32,350 |
| 2 people | $37,000 |
| 3 people | $41,600 |
| 4 people | $46,200 |
| 5 people | $49,900 |
| 6 people | $53,600 |
| 7 people | $57,300 |
| 8 people | $61,000 |
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 Lexington 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.
ABBOTT ARMS
2011 WILKINSON STREET, CAYCE, SC, 29033-0000100 income-restricted units20 1BR, 68 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20239% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053COOPER'S TRACE
1411 LAKE MURRAY BLVD., COLUMBIA, SC, 29212-000048 income-restricted units18 2BR, 24 3BR, 6 4BR+Built 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052VILLAS AT NORTHLAKE
198 CITIZENS DRIVE, LEXINGTON, SC, 29072-000043 income-restricted units5 1BR, 38 2BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051AUTUMNWOOD CROSSING
207 TOPSIDER COURT, LEXINGTON, SC, 29072-000050 income-restricted units10 1BR, 40 2BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049CINNABERRY POINTE
1424 FORK AVENUE, IRMO, SC, 2906348 income-restricted units of 32 total32 2BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048WATERS AT BERRYHILL
18 BERRYHILL ROAD, COLUMBIA, SC, 29210-0000178 income-restricted units of 180 total80 1BR, 100 2BRBuilt 20189% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048HAMPTON'S CROSSING
515 NORTHWOOD ROAD, LEXINGTON, SC, 2907248 income-restricted units12 1BR, 36 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047RAMBLEWOOD APARTMENTS
131 PINEWOOD DRIVE, BATESBURG, SC, 2900664 income-restricted units8 1BR, 48 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20179% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047SCARLETT OAKS
200 OLD CHAPIN ROAD, LEXINGTON, SC, 2907240 income-restricted units40 1BRBuilt 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045WESCOTT PLACE
5608 WESCOTT RD, COLUMBIA, SC, 2921248 income-restricted units18 1BR, 30 2BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043PEBBLE CREEK
136 LIBRARY HILL LN, LEXINGTON, SC, 2907248 income-restricted units48 2BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041- Elderly
TOWN & COUNTRY APTS
301 ROBERTS ST, LEXINGTON, SC, 2907246 income-restricted units12 1BR, 34 2BRBuilt 20099% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039 RIVER OAKS APTS
5324 BUSH RIVER RD, IRMO, SC, 29212100 income-restricted units28 1BR, 30 2BR, 42 3BRBuilt 20094% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039- Elderly
FERN HALL CROSSING
123 BREVARD PKWY, LEXINGTON, SC, 2907348 income-restricted units4 1BR, 20 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038 FERN HALL APTS
600 FERN HALL DR, LEXINGTON, SC, 2907340 income-restricted units16 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034
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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