Cherokee County, AL
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $627/mo | $564 – $690/mo |
| 1 BR | $682/mo | $614 – $750/mo |
| 2 BR | $844/mo | $760 – $928/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,012/mo | $911 – $1,113/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,259/mo | $1,133 – $1,385/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Cherokee County, AL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Cherokee County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Cherokee County
- Housing Authority of the City of Centre, Al
Centre, AL, 35960 · 2565939164
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Cherokee County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $26,000 |
| 2 people | $29,700 |
| 3 people | $33,400 |
| 4 people | $37,100 |
| 5 people | $40,100 |
| 6 people | $43,050 |
| 7 people | $46,050 |
| 8 people | $49,000 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Cherokee County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
PINE VIEW CROSSING II
1042 BAY SPRINGS RD, CENTRE, AL, 3596040 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2012Compliance through ~2042PINE VIEW CROSSING
1052 BAY SPRINGS RD, CENTRE, AL, 3596052 income-restricted units12 1BR, 40 2BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036ENGLEWOOD APTS
185 LA RUE FINIS, LEESBURG, AL, 3598320 income-restricted units of 24 total6 1BR, 12 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032CAMBRIDGE APTS
651 BAY SPRINGS RD, CENTRE, AL, 3596040 income-restricted units10 1BR, 20 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027CEDAR KEY APTS
3617 CEDAR KEY CT, CEDAR BLUFF, AL, 3595924 income-restricted units4 1BR, 16 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19944% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024LAKEWOOD VILLAGE
4350 LAKEWOOD VLG, CEDAR BLUFF, AL, 3595919 income-restricted units6 1BR, 13 2BRBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023- 19 income-restricted units5 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 19914% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021
CHEROKEE ESTATES
460 NORTHWOOD DR, CENTRE, AL, 3596031 income-restricted units10 1BR, 21 2BRBuilt 19914% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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