Crawford County, AR
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 | $683/mo | $615 – $751/mo |
| 1 BR | $714/mo | $643 – $785/mo |
| 2 BR | $937/mo | $843 – $1,031/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,266/mo | $1,139 – $1,393/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,532/mo | $1,379 – $1,685/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Crawford County, AR (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Crawford County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Crawford County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren
1701 Chestnut St, Van Buren, AR, 72956 · 4794746901
- Housing Authority of the City of Alma
9 W Main St, Alma, AR, 72921 · 4796322043
- Crawford Co. Public Facilties Board
11 Pointer Trl W Ste A, Van Buren, AR, 72956 · 4794740512
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Crawford 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 | $26,900 |
| 2 people | $30,750 |
| 3 people | $34,600 |
| 4 people | $38,400 |
| 5 people | $41,500 |
| 6 people | $44,550 |
| 7 people | $47,650 |
| 8 people | $50,700 |
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 Crawford 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.
- Elderly
STONEBROOK PARK II VAN BUREN
207 NORTH 38TH STREET, VAN BUREN, AR, 7295624 income-restricted units of 30 total14 2BR, 16 4BR+Built 20189% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048 STONEBROOK PARK OF VAN BUREN
105 N 38TH STREET, VAN BUREN, AR, 7295640 income-restricted units of 41 total37 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046GARDEN WALK ON ELFEN GLEN II
1608 ELFEN GLEN ST, VAN BUREN, AR, 7295654 income-restricted units18 1BR, 16 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20134% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043- Elderly
SAVANNAH PARK OF ALMA
200 THICKINS DR, ALMA, AR, 7292124 income-restricted units14 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040 BROOKSTONE HEIGHTS
2300 KIBLER RD, VAN BUREN, AR, 7295642 income-restricted units1 studio, 28 1BR, 12 2BR, 1 3BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040- Elderly
LINDENWOOD APTS
1220 LAKE VIEW EST, ALMA, AR, 7292124 income-restricted units of 25 total4 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 20094% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039 - Elderly
ALMA GARDENS APARTMENTS
210 MARLIN DR, ALMA, AR, 7292156 income-restricted units24 2BR, 32 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034 - Elderly
SAVANNAH PARK FKA VALLEY VIEW
535 PHILLIPS LN, MOUNTAINBURG, AR, 7294524 income-restricted units20 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033 - Elderly
GARDEN WALK OF ALMA FKA ASHWOOD PLACE
800 HARRIS DR, ALMA, AR, 7292126 income-restricted units1 studio, 1 1BR, 15 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029 GARDEN WALK ON ELFEN GLEN I
1608 ELFEN GLEN ST, VAN BUREN, AR, 7295680 income-restricted units of 72 total20 1BR, 56 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026- Elderly
GARDEN WALK ON ELFEN GLEN (ASHLEY PARK)
1608 ELFEN GLEN, VAN BUREN, AR, 7295672 income-restricted units of 80 total22 1BR, 56 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 1996Compliance through ~2026 - Elderly
GARDEN WALK FKA INCLINE VILLAGE
2925 MADELINE DR, VAN BUREN, AR, 7295638 income-restricted units12 1BR, 26 2BRBuilt 19949% 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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