Can a middle-class household really qualify for a below-market apartment?

Qualifying for a below-market apartment generally depends on income limits set by the specific program administering it, which are often tied to a percentage of the area's median income rather than a fixed income bracket, so eligibility varies by household size and program. Some programs do reach middle-income households, particularly in higher-cost markets, while others target only lower-income applicants. Brian Beatty can point a Lowcountry renter toward the housing agencies that administer these programs locally to check current eligibility.