SC REGIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY NO 3
10938 Ellenton St, Barnwell, SC, 29812 · ~1,356 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Barnwell, SC (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Barnwell County
Who this agency serves
SC REGIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY NO 3 served 1,091 households across 1,357 units (80% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.6 people, an average annual income of $14,706, and pays an average of $349 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 1,091 of 1,357 units
- Avg. household income
- $14,706
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $349
- Avg. household size
- 2.6 people
- Households with children
- 58%
- Head of household 62+
- 20%
- Head of household with a disability
- 33%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 25 months
Unit mix: 27% 1-bedroom, 30% 2-bedroom, 43% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Public housing inspection scores
HUD conducts physical inspections of public housing developments under the REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) program. Scores run 0–100: 90+ is High Performer, 60–89 is Standard, below 60 is Troubled. This agency administers 8 developments with an average score of 89 (Standard).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MONCKS CORNER | Moncks Corner | 97 High Performer | NSPIRE | Feb 2026 |
| SANTEE | Santee | 94 High Performer | UPCS | Oct 2017 |
| WILLISTON | Williston | 93 High Performer | UPCS | Jun 2022 |
| ORANGEBURG NEW DEVELOPMENT | Williston | 92 High Performer | NSPIRE | Jul 2025 |
| LITCHFIELD APTS | Barnwell | 90 High Performer | UPCS | Sep 2017 |
| DENMARK | Denmark | 90 High Performer | UPCS | Sep 2017 |
| HARDEEVILLE | Hardeeville | 89 Standard | NSPIRE | Apr 2025 |
| ORANGEBURG ST PAUL | Orangeburg | 70 Standard | NSPIRE | Nov 2025 |
Source: HUD REAC Physical Inspection Scores — data reflects the most recent inspection for each development. See Understanding REAC and NSPIRE inspection scores for methodology details.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through SC REGIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY NO 3, 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 (the Extremely Low Income limit) 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. Contact SC REGIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY NO 3 directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Barnwell, SC
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.
COTTONWOOD APARTMENTS
61 COTTONWOOD CIRCLE, WILLISTON, SC, 2985324 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045- Elderly
WILLOW RUN APTS
55 HARLEY RD, WILLISTON, SC, 2985324 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 20109% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040 - Elderly
COLONY WEST APTS OF BARNWELL
29 COLONY W ST, BARNWELL, SC, 2981258 income-restricted units4 1BR, 27 2BR, 21 3BR, 6 4BR+Built 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 WILLISTON ELDERLY APTS
25 CAMDEN CT, WILLISTON, SC, 2985324 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035- Elderly
MAPLE GLEN APTS
1810 CLINTON ST, BARNWELL, SC, 2981232 income-restricted units8 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20014% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031 BLACKVILLE GARDENS APTS
5519 HILDA RD, BLACKVILLE, SC, 2981724 income-restricted units8 1BR, 8 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028
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 →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact SC REGIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY NO 3 directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.