Housing authoritiesSCHOUSING AUTHORITY OF BEAUFORT
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF BEAUFORT
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF BEAUFORT is based in Beaufort, Beaufort County, SC and administers 647 Section 8 vouchers and 293 public housing units.
HUD PHA code SC026. Program type: Combined. Households served: 766. Occupancy: 81%. ZIP codes served: 16.
Utility allowances
Monthly allowances for tenant-paid utilities (Mobile Home), effective 2022-05-01. Rent plus these must fit under the payment standard.
| Utility | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating (Natural Gas) | $20 | $24 | $29 | $34 | $39 |
| Heating (Electric) | $19 | $24 | $31 | $37 | $44 |
| Heating (Propane) | $47 | $57 | $69 | $80 | $93 |
| Air Conditioning (Electric) | $18 | $19 | $22 | $26 | $29 |
| Cooking (Natural Gas) | $9 | $9 | $11 | $12 | $13 |
| Cooking (Electric) | $9 | $9 | $11 | $12 | $13 |
| Cooking (Propane) | $20 | $21 | $26 | $27 | $30 |
| Other Electric (Electric) | $51 | $53 | $58 | $63 | $66 |
| Water Heating (Natural Gas) | $15 | $19 | $24 | $35 | $44 |
| Water Heating (Electric) | $10 | $16 | $23 | $37 | $50 |
| Water Heating (Propane) | $30 | $41 | $51 | $73 | $93 |
| Water (null) | $21 | $26 | $32 | $43 | $54 |
| Sewer (null) | $29 | $38 | $47 | $65 | $76 |
| Trash Collection (null) | $32 | $32 | $32 | $32 | $32 |
| Range (null) | $4 | $4 | $4 | $4 | $4 |
| Refrigerator (null) | $6 | $6 | $6 | $6 | $6 |
Waiting lists
| Program | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Public housing | Open | Authority's page |
As published on the authority's website when we last checked it. Confirm with the authority before applying.
Latest from HOUSING AUTHORITY OF BEAUFORT
- 10/29/2026 - Special Meeting Agenda 10/30The Housing Authority of Beaufort has scheduled a special meeting for October 30, 2026.
- Marsh Pointe Public NoticeThe Housing Authority of Beaufort issues a public notice regarding Marsh Pointe.
- 10/05/2026 - Marsh Pointe Public NoticeThe Housing Authority of Beaufort issued a public notice regarding Marsh Pointe on October 5, 2026.
- 09/15/2026 - September 16, 2026 BOC Meeting AgendaThe Housing Authority of Beaufort has scheduled a Board of Commissioners meeting for September 16, 2026.
- September 16, 2026 BOC Meeting AgendaThis is an agenda for the Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for September 16, 2026.
Fair Market Rent by ZIP code (FY2027)
HUD Fair Market Rent for each ZIP code this authority serves. Each ZIP code links to its own rent page.
| ZIP code | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29902 | $1,490 | $1,550 | $1,690 | $2,010 | $2,450 |
| 29904 | $1,620 | $1,690 | $1,840 | $2,190 | $2,640 |
| 29905 | $1,560 | $1,620 | $1,770 | $2,100 | $2,530 |
| 29906 | $1,620 | $1,690 | $1,840 | $2,190 | $2,640 |
| 29907 | $1,980 | $2,060 | $2,250 | $2,680 | $3,220 |
| 29909 | $2,430 | $2,530 | $2,760 | $3,290 | $3,920 |
| 29910 | $2,180 | $2,270 | $2,470 | $2,940 | $3,540 |
| 29915 | $1,850 | $1,930 | $2,100 | $2,500 | $2,930 |
| 29920 | $1,430 | $1,500 | $1,640 | $1,960 | $2,450 |
| 29926 | $1,800 | $1,870 | $2,040 | $2,430 | $2,920 |
| 29927 | $1,510 | $1,570 | $1,710 | $2,050 | $2,450 |
| 29928 | $1,710 | $1,780 | $1,940 | $2,310 | $2,780 |
| 29935 | $1,570 | $1,630 | $1,780 | $2,120 | $2,550 |
| 29940 | $1,430 | $1,500 | $1,640 | $1,960 | $2,450 |
| 29941 | $1,430 | $1,500 | $1,640 | $1,960 | $2,450 |
| 29945 | $1,430 | $1,500 | $1,640 | $1,960 | $2,450 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF BEAUFORT
1009 Prince St, Beaufort, SC 29902
Phone: (843) 525-7059
Official website: beaufortha.com
Email updates
About HOUSING AUTHORITY OF BEAUFORT
Overview
The Housing Authority of Beaufort operates 293 public housing units and administers 647 Section 8 vouchers, serving a total of 766 households. With an occupancy rate of 81%, the authority runs a combined program, offering both public housing and voucher assistance to residents in Beaufort County.
Scale and standing
The Housing Authority of Beaufort ranks 14th in the state of South Carolina by the number of Section 8 vouchers it administers, out of 34 authorities. This places it in a significant position within the state, providing substantial housing support to the community. The authority's voucher count is notable, reflecting its commitment to addressing housing needs in Beaufort County.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in Beaufort ranges from $1,640 to $2,570, with an average of $1,820. This is higher than the state average of $1,262. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 29909 at $2,570, while the lowest is in ZIP code 29940 at $1,640.
Cities served
Section 8 Fair Market Rent by city in this authority's jurisdiction.
Source: US HUD Public Housing Authority data; Fair Market Rent FY2027. This is an independent reference page, not the authority's own site.