Union 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 | $786/mo | $707 – $865/mo |
| 1 BR | $791/mo | $712 – $870/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,038/mo | $934 – $1,142/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,270/mo | $1,143 – $1,397/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,374/mo | $1,237 – $1,511/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Union County, SC (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Union County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Union County
- HOUSING AUTHORITY OF UNION
Union, SC, 29379 · 8644279679
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Union 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 Union 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.
WEST END MANOR
629 RICE AVENUE EXTENSION, UNION, SC, 29379-000028 income-restricted units28 1BRBuilt 20234% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053KEENAN OAKS M15-SG450995
213 KEENAN AVENUE, UNION, SC, 2937940 income-restricted units12 2BR, 28 3BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047BRITTANY MANOR
296 MEANSVILLE RD, UNION, SC, 2937978 income-restricted units64 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20124% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042- Elderly
BUENA VISTA APTS PHASE II
726 RICE AVE EXT, UNION, SC, 2937996 income-restricted units24 1BR, 64 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20109% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040 - Elderly
WOODLAWN MANOR APTS
222 S BOYCE ST, UNION, SC, 2937924 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 20109% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040 - Elderly
UNION MILL CROSSING
120 N BOYCE ST, UNION, SC, 2937940 income-restricted units20 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 FAIRFOREST APTS
221 E MAIN ST, UNION, SC, 2937945 income-restricted units45 1BRBuilt 19944% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024WEST END MANOR
629 RICE AVE EXT, UNION, SC, 2937928 income-restricted units28 1BRBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
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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