Shelby 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 | $1,024/mo | $922 – $1,126/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,155/mo | $1,040 – $1,271/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,266/mo | $1,139 – $1,393/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,583/mo | $1,425 – $1,741/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,801/mo | $1,621 – $1,981/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Shelby County, AL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Shelby County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Shelby County
This county is served by 4 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- HA COLUMBIANA
Columbiana, AL, 35051 · 2056696921
- Vincent Housing Authority
50 John Sparkman Ct, Vincent, AL, 35178 · 2563786008
- Housing Authority of the Town of Montevallo
1204 Island St, Montevallo, AL, 35115 · 2056657250
- Housing Authority of the Town of Calera
1645 21st Ave, Calera, AL, 35040 · 2056680783
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Shelby 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 | $36,450 |
| 2 people | $41,650 |
| 3 people | $46,850 |
| 4 people | $52,050 |
| 5 people | $56,250 |
| 6 people | $60,400 |
| 7 people | $64,550 |
| 8 people | $68,750 |
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 Shelby 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.
SHOALS MILL VILLAGE APARTMENTS
300 SHOALS MILL LANE, COLUMBIANA, AL, 3505130 income-restricted units16 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046SHOALS MILL APTS
55 COBY LN, COLUMBIANA, AL, 3505146 income-restricted units23 1BR, 23 2BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040SOUTH POINTE DEVELOPMENT
203 SHILOH CREEK DR, CALERA, AL, 3504047 income-restricted units47 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037COBBLESTONE CREEK
1501 COBBLESTONE CRK, MONTEVALLO, AL, 3511556 income-restricted units12 1BR, 44 2BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036COBBLESTONE COVE APTS
1001 COBBLESTONE LN, MONTEVALLO, AL, 3511572 income-restricted units12 1BR, 48 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033CLEAR SPRING APTS
515 OLD HWY 25 W, COLUMBIANA, AL, 3505140 income-restricted units12 1BR, 18 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029- 40 income-restricted units10 1BR, 20 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
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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