Garland 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 | $829/mo | $746 – $912/mo |
| 1 BR | $834/mo | $751 – $917/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,090/mo | $981 – $1,199/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,393/mo | $1,254 – $1,532/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,670/mo | $1,503 – $1,837/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Garland County, AR (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Garland County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Garland County
- Hot Springs Housing Authority
1004 Illinois St, Hot Springs, AR, 71901 · 5013214711
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Garland 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 | $28,150 |
| 2 people | $32,150 |
| 3 people | $36,150 |
| 4 people | $40,200 |
| 5 people | $43,450 |
| 6 people | $46,600 |
| 7 people | $49,850 |
| 8 people | $53,050 |
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 Garland 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
HEIGHTS AT SENECA
325 TERRY STREET, HOT SPRINGS, AR, 7191360 income-restricted units of 61 total24 2BR, 37 3BRBuilt 2020Compliance through ~2050 - Elderly
VILLAGE AT GULPHA CREEK
225 WISE STREET, HOT SPRINGS, AR, 7190132 income-restricted units of 40 total40 3BRBuilt 20199% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049 - Elderly
MOUNTAIN VIEW HEIGHTS (RAD)
1002 ILLINOIS; 800 SPRING STS 100 HIGHRISE CIRCLE, HOT SPRINGS, AR, 71901365 income-restricted units120 studio, 23 1BR, 120 2BR, 95 3BR, 7 4BR+Built 2019Compliance through ~2049 - Elderly
PARK PLACE APARTMENTS - HOT SPRINGS
125 ORIOLE ST, HOT SPRINGS, AR, 7190171 income-restricted units44 1BR, 16 2BR, 8 3BR, 3 4BR+Built 20134% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043 - Elderly
CASCADES AT SPRING STREET
1510 SPRING ST, HOT SPRINGS, AR, 7190132 income-restricted units1 studio, 31 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039 - Elderly
PEAKS AT HOT SPRINGS
431 LAKE HAMILTON DR, HOT SPRINGS, AR, 7191338 income-restricted units of 48 total1 studio, 6 1BR, 17 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038 - Elderly
GARLAND TOWER APARTMENTS
126 ORIOLE, HOT SPRINGS, AR, 7190170 income-restricted units of 71 total53 studio, 14 1BR, 3 2BRBuilt 20074% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037 - Elderly
HOT SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL LOFTS
125 OAK ST, HOT SPRINGS, AR, 7190121 income-restricted units of 32 total1 studio, 6 1BR, 18 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 - Elderly
RIDGE AT LAKE HAMILTON
329 AMITY RD, HOT SPRINGS, AR, 7191376 income-restricted units of 96 total29 1BR, 50 2BR, 17 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033 HOME HARBOR
501 MALVERN AVE, HOT SPRINGS, AR, 7190164 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1999Compliance through ~2029
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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