Madison 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 | $1,030/mo | $927 – $1,133/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,136/mo | $1,022 – $1,250/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,310/mo | $1,179 – $1,441/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,690/mo | $1,521 – $1,859/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,109/mo | $1,898 – $2,320/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Madison County, AL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Madison County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Madison County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville
200 Washington St NE, Huntsville, AL, 35801 · 2565390774
- The Housing Authority of the City of Triana,
250 Zierdt Rd, Madison, AL, 35756 · 2567720524
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Madison 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 | $40,300 |
| 2 people | $46,050 |
| 3 people | $51,800 |
| 4 people | $57,550 |
| 5 people | $62,200 |
| 6 people | $66,800 |
| 7 people | $71,400 |
| 8 people | $76,000 |
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 Madison 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.
MONROVIA FLATS F/K/A OLD MONROVIA
1325 OLD MONROVIA ROAD NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35806-3517198 income-restricted units44 1BR, 84 2BR, 46 3BR, 24 4BR+Built 2024Compliance through ~2054COTTAGES AT INDIAN CREEK
7189 NEW LIFE CIRCLE NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3580656 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2022Compliance through ~2052STONERIDGE VILLAS F/K/A BALCH ROAD SENIOR COTTAGES
1700 BALCH ROAD, MADISON, AL, 3575780 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049- 60 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047
FRANKLIN HILLS
5300 MILLENNIUM DR NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3580656 income-restricted units8 1BR, 48 2BRBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043EAGLE'S LANDING DEVELOPMENT
162 ROYAL DR, MADISON, AL, 3575864 income-restricted units24 2BR, 40 3BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040GATEWAY PLACE
715 GALLATIN ST SW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3580186 income-restricted units81 1BR, 5 2BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040DUNWOODY PLACE
5401 MILLENNIUM DR NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35806112 income-restricted units12 1BR, 44 2BR, 56 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038GARDEN COVE APTS
3315 DUNN DR SW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35805199 income-restricted units47 1BR, 100 2BR, 52 3BRBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038BROOK HAVEN APTS
135 FAIRVIEW FARM WAY, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3581163 income-restricted units16 1BR, 31 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036HUNTSVILLE SUMMIT
111 WALKER AVE NE, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35801101 income-restricted units86 1BR, 15 2BRBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036STONEHURST APTS
2040 BLUE SPRING RD NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3581080 income-restricted units20 1BR, 40 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035LAKESHORE CROSSING APTS
6300 RIME VILLAGE DR NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35806160 income-restricted units24 1BR, 96 2BR, 40 3BRBuilt 20049% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034RUSSEL ERSKINE BUILDING
115 CLINTON AVE E, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3580169 income-restricted units53 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033OLYMPIA GARDENS
3332 MERIDIAN ST N, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3581140 income-restricted units of 48 total8 1BR, 28 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032CASTLEWOOD APTS
2400 FIRST ST SW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3580549 income-restricted units of 58 total18 1BR, 28 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031GARDEN PARK APTS
2301 OLD BLUE SPRING RD NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3581047 income-restricted units of 56 total16 1BR, 40 2BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031EAGLE POINTE APTS
140 ROYAL DR, MADISON, AL, 3575848 income-restricted units24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030PATTERSON PLACE
2640 BLUE SPRING RD NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3581052 income-restricted units12 1BR, 26 2BR, 14 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029MOUNTAIN RIDGE APTS
449 HOBBS RD SE, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3580350 income-restricted units6 1BR, 30 2BR, 14 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028- 58 income-restricted units18 1BR, 38 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 19964% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026
WESTBROOKE APTS
2321 BOB WALLACE AVE SW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3580532 income-restricted units32 2BRBuilt 19944% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024WESTGATE APTS II (HUNTSVILLE)
2211 PIZITZ DR SW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3580516 income-restricted units16 1BRBuilt 19944% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024MAYFAIR VILLAGE
4005 FREMONT AVE SW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35805112 income-restricted units28 1BR, 56 2BR, 28 3BRBuilt 19944% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024ARLINGTON PARK
135 ROYAL DR, MADISON, AL, 3575850 income-restricted units10 1BR, 30 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023WESTGATE APTS I (HUNTSVILLE)
2211 PIZITZ DR SW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 3580587 income-restricted units19 1BR, 68 2BRBuilt 19934% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
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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