Marshall 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 | $588/mo | $529 – $647/mo |
| 1 BR | $591/mo | $532 – $650/mo |
| 2 BR | $776/mo | $698 – $854/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,069/mo | $962 – $1,176/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,073/mo | $966 – $1,180/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Marshall County, AL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Marshall County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Marshall County
This county is served by 5 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- BOAZ HOUSING AUTHORITY
400 Woodley Ter, Boaz, AL, 35957 · 2565935824
- Top of Alabama Regional Housing Authority
293 Denson Ave, Boaz, AL, 35957 · 2565939164
- HA ARAB
720 Cullman Rd, Arab, AL, 35016 · 2565865904
- Albertville Housing Authority
711 S Broad St, Albertville, AL, 35950 · 2568782641
- The Guntersville Housing Authority
1205 Wyeth Dr, Guntersville, AL, 35976 · 2565824331
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Marshall 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 | $28,650 |
| 2 people | $32,750 |
| 3 people | $36,850 |
| 4 people | $40,900 |
| 5 people | $44,200 |
| 6 people | $47,450 |
| 7 people | $50,750 |
| 8 people | $54,000 |
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 Marshall 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.
WATERFORD FARMS APARTMENTS
644 CULLMAN ROAD, ARAB, AL, 3501648 income-restricted units8 1BR, 28 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045SAVANNAH GARDENS
1445 BROWN ST, BOAZ, AL, 3595752 income-restricted units16 1BR, 36 2BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041ANNIE LEE GARDENS
1621 SUNDOWN DR NW, ARAB, AL, 3501640 income-restricted units12 1BR, 28 2BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039- 72 income-restricted units4 1BR, 32 2BR, 36 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036
MALLARD POINTE APTS
110 EIGHTH ST NW, ARAB, AL, 3501674 income-restricted units16 1BR, 50 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20044% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034ANGELA MEADOWS
2940 GEORGE WALLACE DR, ALBERTVILLE, AL, 3595140 income-restricted units of 48 total8 1BR, 28 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032ADAMS CROSSINGS
1345 BROWN ST, BOAZ, AL, 3595740 income-restricted units8 1BR, 22 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029CRYAR HOMES
209 S CAHILL RD, ALBERTVILLE, AL, 3595040 income-restricted units8 1BR, 22 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028RIDGEWOOD APTS
2500 DEERMAN ST, GUNTERSVILLE, AL, 3597632 income-restricted units17 1BR, 10 2BR, 5 3BRBuilt 19984% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028SUNCREST APTS
101 SUNCREST RD, GRANT, AL, 3574724 income-restricted units8 1BR, 8 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19984% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028THE COLONY APTS
2020 AL HWY 205 N, ALBERTVILLE, AL, 3595056 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027MOUNTAIN LAKES
2300 DEERMAN ST, GUNTERSVILLE, AL, 3597648 income-restricted units48 2BRBuilt 19964% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026LAKEVIEW ESTATES
3515 WYETH MOUNTAIN RD, GUNTERSVILLE, AL, 3597620 income-restricted units16 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 19944% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024
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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