South Carolina · Local Help
Where Can I Get Rent Assistance or Eviction Help in South Carolina?
This is not legal advice. We explain what the law says. We cannot tell you what to do in your situation. For that, talk to a lawyer. Some of the groups below can help.
This page lists South Carolina organizations that can help with rent problems, eviction, and housing complaints. Contact each one directly to see if you qualify. This is not every local group in the state, just a starting point.
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South Carolina Free Legal Answers (ABA)
Nonprofit group
South Carolina Free Legal Answers lets you post a civil legal question about housing or eviction online at no cost. You get an email when a volunteer lawyer answers, then you sign in to the site to read it. Visit sc.freelegalanswers.org to see if you qualify.
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United Way Association of South Carolina (SC 211)
Nonprofit group
211 South Carolina is a free service that connects you to help. This includes help with housing and a place to stay. Calls are private. Dial 211 or 866-892-9211.
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South Carolina Human Affairs Commission
Government office
The South Carolina Human Affairs Commission enforces South Carolina's Fair Housing Law. It offers residents free help if their rights are violated. Call 803-737-7800, or 711 for relay service.
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South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing)
Government office
SC Housing hears complaints about problems in your home or apartment building. This is only for buildings it checks on. Email compliancedepartment@schousing.com or call 803-896-9007 or 800-236-3994.
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South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing)
Government office
SC Housing's SC Stay Plus program used to help pay rent and utility (water, electric, gas) bills. It is now closed. It will not open again. It used up all its money from the US Treasury. For help now, call 211 or visit sc211.org.
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