Housing authoritiesSCHOUSING AUTHORITY OF UNION
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF UNION
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF UNION is based in Union, Union County, SC and administers 274 Section 8 vouchers and 287 public housing units.
HUD PHA code SC019. Program type: Combined. Households served: 389. Occupancy: 69%. ZIP codes served: 9.
Waiting lists
| Program | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Public housing | Closed | 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 UNION
- September BOC Meeting 9/14Announces the schedule for the Board of Commissioners meeting set to take place on September 14.
- Celebrating Labor Day! (Monday, September 7, 2026)Notes that the authority will be closed for the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 7, 2026.
- Back to School TipsProvides general guidance and tips for residents preparing for the start of the school year.
- HUD Inspections 9/3Informs landlords and property managers that HUD inspections are scheduled for September 3.
- August BOC Meeting 8/10Schedules the August session of the Board of Commissioners meeting for August 10.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29031 | $930 | $1,050 | $1,180 | $1,560 | $1,720 |
| 29178 | $780 | $790 | $1,020 | $1,230 | $1,470 |
| 29321 | $750 | $760 | $970 | $1,240 | $1,290 |
| 29335 | $940 | $980 | $1,070 | $1,300 | $1,500 |
| 29353 | $710 | $720 | $940 | $1,150 | $1,240 |
| 29364 | $860 | $860 | $1,130 | $1,450 | $1,490 |
| 29372 | $940 | $980 | $1,070 | $1,300 | $1,500 |
| 29374 | $940 | $980 | $1,070 | $1,300 | $1,500 |
| 29379 | $770 | $770 | $1,010 | $1,300 | $1,330 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF UNION
Phone: (864) 427-9679
Official website: unionhousingsc.org
Email updates
About HOUSING AUTHORITY OF UNION
Overview
The Housing Authority of Union operates 287 public housing units and administers 274 Section 8 vouchers, serving a total of 389 households. With an occupancy rate of 69%, the authority offers a combined program, integrating both public housing and voucher assistance to meet the diverse needs of the community.
Scale and standing
Among the 34 housing authorities in South Carolina that provide Section 8 vouchers, the Housing Authority of Union ranks 22nd in terms of voucher size. This places it in the middle tier, reflecting its significant but not dominant role in the state's housing assistance landscape. The authority serves a notable number of households while maintaining a balanced approach to both public housing and voucher programs.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in Union ranges from $900 to $1170, with an average of $1038. This is below the state average of $1262. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 29031 at $1170, while the lowest is in ZIP code 29353 at $900.
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.