Contact Housing Authority of Greenwood
- Phone(864) 227-3670
- Fax(864) 227-8270
- Email[email protected]
- Address315 Foundry Rd
Greenwood, SC 29646 - CountyGreenwood County
- ProgramsPublic housing and Section 8 vouchers
- HUD codeSC030
Section 8 and public housing at Housing Authority of Greenwood
Housing Authority of Greenwood runs both programs: its own public housing apartments and Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers for private rentals. They usually have separate waiting lists, so ask to be placed on both if you qualify.
HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS).
Income limits for Housing Authority of Greenwood
HUD sets the income limits for Greenwood County, SC based on Greenwood County, SC figures. Section 8 eligibility depends on your total household income and household size.
| Household size | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $15,960 | $26,150 | $41,800 |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $29,850 | $47,800 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $33,600 | $53,750 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $37,300 | $59,700 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $40,300 | $64,500 |
| 6 people | $43,300 | $43,300 | $69,300 |
Fair Market Rent near Greenwood
Fair Market Rents are HUD's estimate of what a modest rental costs in Greenwood County, SC. Housing authorities set their Section 8 payment standard, the most the voucher can cover, usually between 90% and 110% of these figures.
How to apply at Housing Authority of Greenwood
- Check that you qualify. Compare your household income with the limits above. You also need U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status for at least one household member.
- Find out if the waiting list is open. Call (864) 227-3670 or email [email protected]. Many agencies open their lists only a few days a year and announce it in advance.
- Submit the pre-application. Most agencies take it online or on paper during the open period. Fill it in for each program you want (public housing and Section 8).
- Keep your contact details up to date. When your name comes up, the agency writes to you. If it cannot reach you, you lose your place.
- Bring your documents to the interview. IDs, Social Security numbers, birth certificates and proof of income for everyone in the household. Full checklist.
We cannot tell you whether this agency's waiting list is open today: HUD does not publish that data, and lists change often. Only Housing Authority of Greenwood can confirm it.
Housing authorities near Greenwood
Applying to more than one agency increases your chances: you can be on several waiting lists at once.
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of Housing Authority of Greenwood?
(864) 227-3670. Fax: (864) 227-8270. Email: [email protected]. These are the contacts the agency reports to HUD.
Where is Housing Authority of Greenwood located?
315 Foundry Rd, Greenwood, SC 29646, in Greenwood County.
Does Housing Authority of Greenwood offer Section 8?
Yes. HUD reports 975 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) at this agency, 754 of them in use.
What are the income limits for Housing Authority of Greenwood?
In Greenwood County, SC, the FY2026 Section 8 (very low income) limit is $26,150 for one person and $37,300 for a family of four. Public housing accepts up to $59,700 for a family of four.
Is the Housing Authority of Greenwood waiting list open?
Waiting lists open and close on dates each agency sets, often for a few days only. Call (864) 227-3670 or check the agency's notices to confirm whether it is taking applications now.
Section 8 guides
Sources: HUD Public Housing Authorities dataset (agency record updated October 6, 2026) · HUD USER income limits FY2026 · HUD USER Fair Market Rents FY2027. This page is not affiliated with Housing Authority of Greenwood or HUD.