DeSoto County, FL
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 | $1,053/mo | $948 – $1,158/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,060/mo | $954 – $1,166/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,209/mo | $1,088 – $1,330/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,663/mo | $1,497 – $1,829/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,865/mo | $1,679 – $2,052/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — DeSoto County, FL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for DeSoto County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving DeSoto County
- ARCADIA HOUSING AUTHORITY
7 Booker T Washington Ave, Arcadia, FL, 34266 · 8634944343
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in DeSoto 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 | $27,400 |
| 2 people | $31,350 |
| 3 people | $35,250 |
| 4 people | $39,150 |
| 5 people | $42,250 |
| 6 people | $45,400 |
| 7 people | $48,550 |
| 8 people | $51,700 |
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 DeSoto 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.
JACARANDA TRAIL
1650 SOUTHEAST HARGRAVE STREET, ARCADIA, FL, 3426650 income-restricted units15 1BR, 15 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048ARCADIA OAKS
302 N TENTH AVE, ARCADIA, FL, 34266130 income-restricted units26 1BR, 38 2BR, 44 3BR, 22 4BR+Built 20099% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039DESOTO LANDING
2019 SE HERON CV, ARCADIA, FL, 3426648 income-restricted units24 3BR, 24 4BR+Built 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037JACARANDA TRAIL II
1650 SE HARGRAVE ST, ARCADIA, FL, 3426650 income-restricted units16 1BR, 26 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036- 64 income-restricted units8 1BR, 56 2BRBuilt 20044% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034
OAKS TRAIL
1300 NE OAK ST, ARCADIA, FL, 34266123 income-restricted units46 2BR, 77 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030WOOD PARK POINTE PHASE II
600 W GIBSON ST, ARCADIA, FL, 3426636 income-restricted units30 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025WOOD PARK POINTE PHASE I
600 W GIBSON ST, ARCADIA, FL, 3426637 income-restricted units37 1BRBuilt 19924% LIHTCCompliance through ~2022
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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