Montrose County, CO
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 | $884/mo | $796 – $972/mo |
| 1 BR | $890/mo | $801 – $979/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,168/mo | $1,051 – $1,285/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,624/mo | $1,462 – $1,786/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,959/mo | $1,763 – $2,155/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Montrose County, CO (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Montrose County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Montrose County
- Montrose County Housing Authority
222 Hap Ct, Olathe, CO, 81425 · 9703235445
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Montrose 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 | $34,100 |
| 2 people | $39,000 |
| 3 people | $43,850 |
| 4 people | $48,700 |
| 5 people | $52,600 |
| 6 people | $56,500 |
| 7 people | $60,400 |
| 8 people | $64,300 |
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 Montrose 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.
RESIDENCES AT DRY CEDAR CREEK
1906 OGDEN ROAD, MONTROSE, CO, 8140154 income-restricted units of 60 total12 1BR, 36 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054SAN JUAN APARTMENTS
1650 CHURCH ST, MONTROSE, CO, 8140176 income-restricted units76 1BRBuilt 20219% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051WOODGATE TRAILS
1700 ODELLE RD., MONTROSE, CO, 8140150 income-restricted units38 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049SUNSHINE PEAK APTS II
748 CEDAR CREEK AVE, MONTROSE, CO, 8140143 income-restricted units16 1BR, 18 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039COTTONWOOD APTS
1650 ENCANTO PL, MONTROSE, CO, 8140160 income-restricted units36 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038SUNSHINE PEAK APTS I
748 CEDAR CREEK AVE, MONTROSE, CO, 8140148 income-restricted units of 49 total10 1BR, 29 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037SAN JUAN APTS (MONTROSE)
1650 CHURCH ST, MONTROSE, CO, 8140176 income-restricted units76 1BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036PAVILLION GARDENS
2366 ROBINS WAY, MONTROSE, CO, 8140130 income-restricted units6 1BR, 12 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030MONTROSE APTS
1685 ENCANTO PL, MONTROSE, CO, 8140120 income-restricted units20 2BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025PINON APTS
35 N CEDAR AVE, MONTROSE, CO, 8140116 income-restricted units4 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025NUCLA APTS
300 E THIRD, NUCLA, CO10 income-restricted units2 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 19919% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021
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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