Colony Apartments - Affordable Community
Columbia, SC - 29203

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Colony Apartments - Affordable Community

3545 West Beltline Blvd
Columbia, SC - 29203
(803) 799-5679


Office Hours

  • Monday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Friday 9 am - 5 pm


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Last-Modified: 2019-08-15 14:22:56

Colony Apartments - Affordable Community is a HUD Apartment. HUD residents usually pay 30% of their gross income for rent. The rent amount, less approved HUD deductions such as medical and child care expenses, and other allowances, includes a utility allowance. HUD Residents also may choose to pay what is known as flat rent. The HACC works with applicants to determine which rent arrangement is best for them.

Median apartment rental rate in this zip code: $848
Population in zip code: 40,518
Media age of those living in this zip code: 34.4
Media household income of those living in this zip code: $30,922
Average home value in this zip code: $98,725


Colony Apartments offers affordable family housing, and has been subsidized by the Housing and Urban Development Division. The complex is conveniently located close to state highways 277 and 555, perfect for the commuter, and within easy access of various shopping and dining venues to meet all of one's shopping and dining needs. Colony Apartments should be contacted directly for current information on pricing, availability, and eligibility.

Community Amenities:

  • On-site property management and maintenance
  • Secure property with perimeter fencing, 24-hour surveillance and security patrols by off duty Columbia Police officers
  • On-site Columbia Police Department sub-station
  • Renovated Community Room
  • Playground on landscaped grounds
  • On-site laundromat (renovated in 2018)
  • Off street parking
  • ADA accessible units

Apartment Amenities:

  • Updated kitchens with energy-efficient stove and refrigerator; new cabinets and countertops
  • Updated bathrooms with new vanities, tub surrounds and fixtures
  • Windows with blinds
  • Wood plank flooring
  • Central heating and air conditioning
  • Private patio


Tips Before Applying for Low Income Housing
  • 1. Research all of the different low-income housing programs available in your area. There are a variety of federal, state, and local programs that offer low-income housing assistance. Each program has its own eligibility requirements and application process, so it is important to do your research to find the program that is right for you.
  • 2. Get all of your documentation in order: When you apply for low income housing, you will need to provide documentation of your income, assets, and household composition. This documentation may include tax returns, pay stubs, bank statements, and birth certificates.
  • 3. Be careful and accurate on all information provided: Any false or misleading information on your application will most likely result in your disqualification.
  • 4. Waiting Lists: The waiting lists for most, if not all low-income housing programs is long. Do not limit yourself to only apply to one apartment location.

Qualifications: Do you qualify to live here?
To qualify for low income housing in South Carolina, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Type: Two Bedroom Available


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  • If you know the apartment costs, let us know.

    • Tuesday, April 23, 2019

      User Response: Its based on your income but if you don't make much it could be free

  • Are these apartments low income, sliding scale income based?

    • Friday, April 16, 2021

      User Response: Yes

  • Do you know any waiting list details? Let us know..

  • Are these apartments safe? Please let us know details.

    • Sunday, December 25, 2022

      User Response: The property and area around it is extremely dangerous.

    • Friday, April 16, 2021

      User Response: Yes

    • Tuesday, September 10, 2019

      User Response: its based on how you live if you dont bother nobody they wont bother you.

    • Tuesday, April 23, 2019

      User Response: Not gonna lie no they arent but if you desperately need a place here is fine

  • Are Pets allowed? Please let us know any details.

    • Friday, April 16, 2021

      User Response: No

  • Which utilities are included in the rent?

    • Tuesday, April 23, 2019

      User Response: Water bill is included

  • Are you familiar with this location? What is your opinion of it?

    • Tuesday, April 23, 2019

      User Response: It's not the best area but if you really need a place to stay and you have a child they can get you in pretty quick



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Federal Poverty Guidelines for 2023
Persons In Family Household Poverty Guideline
For Households with more than 8 persons, add $4,480 for each additional person.
1 $14,580
2 $19,720
3 $24,860
4 $30,000
5 $35,140
6 $40,280
7 $45,420
8 $50,560

*Alaska and Hawaii have different rates for HUD federal poverty guidelines.
These numbers above represent 100% of the Federal Poverty Rate. In order to get in some apartments the 100% rate changes to things like 200%. In these cases, you will only need to multiply the rate in each category by 2.


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