Housing Authority of the City of Cayce
Columbia, South Carolina
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About Housing Authority of the City of Cayce
The Housing Authority of the City of Cayce, located in Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina, manages approximately 41 assisted housing units.
Currently, the authority is accepting applications for its Public Housing and Project-Based Voucher (PBV) programs. They also have several open waitlists for Senior Housing, including specific properties such as Arrington Manor, Fair Street, Haven at Palmer Pointe, Oak Read High Rise, Spencer Place (Cayce), and Spencer Place. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed to new applications.
For a family of four, the very low income limit for the Columbia, SC HUD Metro FMR Area is $46,350 per year. Applicants must meet specific income and eligibility criteria for each program.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 15, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Pre-applications for Oak Read High Rise and Arrington Manor. Qualified applicants must be at least 62 years of age or older. Selection is via a computer-generated lottery system. Completing a pre-application does not guarantee placement.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 26, 2026
Closing Date
Jan 26, 2027
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Pre-applications for 3 bedroom public housing units are being accepted. Applicants are selected using a computer-generated lottery system. Completing a pre-application does not guarantee placement on the waitlist.
View original notice — columbiahousingsc.orgSenior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 26, 2026
Closing Date
Jan 26, 2027
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Pre-applications for senior housing units at Fair Street and Spencer Place are being accepted. Applicants must be 62 or older and are selected using a computer-generated lottery system. Pre-applications for Oak Read High Rise and Arrington Manor are also being accepted, with a minimum age of 62, and selection via lottery.
View original notice — columbiahousingsc.orgSenior Housing (Arrington Manor) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 15, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Qualified applicants must be at least 62 years of age or older. Selection is via a computer-generated lottery system.
Senior Housing (Fair Street) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 26, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Accepting online applications for senior units (age 62+).
Senior Housing (Haven at Palmer Pointe) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Feb 27, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Accepting online applications for senior units (age 62+). Up to 250 qualified applicants will be selected for the waitlist using a random lottery.
Senior Housing (Oak Read High Rise) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 15, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Pre-applications for Oak Read High Rise and Arrington Manor. Qualified applicants must be at least 62 years of age or older. Selection is via a computer-generated lottery system.
Senior Housing (Spencer Place - Cayce) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 26, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Accepting pre-applications for residents aged 62 or older. Selection is via a computer-generated lottery system.
Senior Housing (Spencer Place) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 26, 2026
Closing Date
Jan 26, 2027
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Accepting pre-applications for senior housing units for residents aged 62 or older. Selection is via a computer-generated lottery system.
Other Programs
1 programThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
A Housing Choice Voucher Program waiting list will open ONLY for Public Housing tenants residing in properties converting to RAD. Applications will be accepted only at the time of HUD approval of relocation for the applicable RAD property. Public Housing tenants will be notified when they are eligible for this waiting list. The Housing Choice Voucher Program wait list will open solely for current residents of the Latimer Manor Public Housing community on August 15, 2025 at 8:00 am and will close on August 31, 2025 at 5:00 pm.
Status History
Deadline: Aug 31, 2025
Deadline: Aug 31, 2025
Deadline: Jan 26, 2027
Deadline: Jan 27, 2026
Deadline: Feb 9, 2026
Deadline: Jan 26, 2027
Deadline: Aug 31, 2025
Deadline: Jan 27, 2026
Deadline: Jan 26, 2027
Deadline: Jan 26, 2027
Deadline: Aug 31, 2025
Deadline: Jan 27, 2026
Deadline: Jan 26, 2027
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Cayce portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Cayce currently has 9 open waiting lists (PBV, Public Housing, Senior Housing, Senior Housing (Arrington Manor), Senior Housing (Fair Street), Senior Housing (Haven at Palmer Pointe), Senior Housing (Oak Read High Rise), Senior Housing (Spencer Place - Cayce), Senior Housing (Spencer Place)). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $46,350/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Cayce portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Cayce manages approximately 41 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Columbia. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Columbia. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Cayce manages approximately 41 Public Housing units in Columbia. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties. The application window closes on January 26, 2027.
Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Columbia. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on January 26, 2027.
Senior Housing (Arrington Manor) open
The Senior Housing (Arrington Manor) program at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Columbia. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing (Fair Street) open
The Senior Housing (Fair Street) program at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Columbia. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing (Haven at Palmer Pointe) open
The Senior Housing (Haven at Palmer Pointe) program at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Columbia. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing (Oak Read High Rise) open
The Senior Housing (Oak Read High Rise) program at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Columbia. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing (Spencer Place - Cayce) open
The Senior Housing (Spencer Place - Cayce) program at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Columbia. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing (Spencer Place) open
The Senior Housing (Spencer Place) program at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Columbia. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on January 26, 2027.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Cayce provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Columbia. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the City of Cayce Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Cayce are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Columbia, SC HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $46,350. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $19,500 | $32,450 | $51,950 |
| 2 Persons | $22,250 | $37,100 | $59,350 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $41,750 | $66,750 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $46,350 | $74,150 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $50,100 | $80,100 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $53,800 | $86,050 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $57,500 | $91,950 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $61,200 | $97,900 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Housing Authority of the City of Cayce — including across state lines.