Lee 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 | $1,629/mo | $1,466 – $1,792/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,638/mo | $1,474 – $1,802/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,961/mo | $1,765 – $2,157/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,560/mo | $2,304 – $2,816/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,836/mo | $2,552 – $3,120/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Lee County, FL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Lee County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Lee County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Lee County Housing Authority
14170 Warner Cir, North Fort Myers, FL, 33903 · 2393608038
- Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers
4224 Renaissance Preserve Way, Fort Myers, FL, 33916 · 2393443220
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Lee 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 | $39,300 |
| 2 people | $44,950 |
| 3 people | $50,500 |
| 4 people | $56,200 |
| 5 people | $60,700 |
| 6 people | $65,200 |
| 7 people | $69,700 |
| 8 people | $74,200 |
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 Lee 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.
HOMES OF RENAISSANCE PRESERVE III
4211 ROMEO LANE, FT. MYERS, FL, 3391672 income-restricted units8 1BR, 24 2BR, 28 3BR, 12 4BR+Built 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046BROOKSIDE VILLAGE
1011 MARSH AVENUE, FT. MYERS, FL, 3390550 income-restricted units12 1BR, 26 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045EAST POINTE PLACE
3501 DALE ST, FT MYERS, FL, 3391686 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2014Compliance through ~2044HOMES OF RENAISSANCE PRESERVE II
4240 MICHIGAN AVE LINK, FORT MYERS, FL88 income-restricted units12 1BR, 28 2BR, 32 3BR, 16 4BR+Built 2012Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2042HOMES OF RENAISSANCE PRESERVE I
4211 ROMEO LANE, FT MYERS, FL, 3391696 income-restricted units12 1BR, 28 2BR, 32 3BR, 16 4BR+Built 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041HERON POND II
8421 HERON POND DR, LEHIGH ACRES, FL, 33972100 income-restricted units60 1BR, 40 2BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039RENAISSANCE PRESERVE SENIOR
4221 OTHELLO LN, FT MYERS, FL, 33916120 income-restricted units114 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 20099% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039MAPLE CREST
3625 HIDDEN TREE LN, FT MYERS, FL, 33901118 income-restricted units12 1BR, 60 2BR, 46 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038MARINER'S LANDING
2120 CARRELL RD, FT MYERS, FL, 33901112 income-restricted units72 1BR, 40 2BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036- Elderly
HAWK'S LANDING
5335 HAWKS LANDING DR, FT MYERS, FL, 33907204 income-restricted units60 1BR, 72 2BR, 72 3BRBuilt 20049% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034 - 156 income-restricted units78 1BR, 78 2BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033
WESTWOOD - FORT MYERS
3739 METRO PKWY, FT MYERS, FL, 33916288 income-restricted units56 1BR, 144 2BR, 88 3BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032- 229 income-restricted units56 1BR, 109 2BR, 64 3BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032
BERNWOOD TRACE
9804 BERNWOOD PL DR, FT MYERS, FL, 33966340 income-restricted units72 1BR, 168 2BR, 100 3BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030ARIA LANDINGS II
4050 WINKLER AVE EXT, FORT MYERS, FL, 33916112 income-restricted units40 1BR, 48 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030CROSSINGS AT CAPE CORAL
1150 HANCOCK CRK BLVD, CAPE CORAL, FL, 33909168 income-restricted units36 1BR, 68 2BR, 40 3BR, 24 4BR+Built 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030WESTCHASE
3810 METRO PKWY, FT MYERS, FL, 33916352 income-restricted units72 1BR, 184 2BR, 96 3BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029CORAL VILLAGE
121 NE TENTH PL, CAPE CORAL, FL, 3390964 income-restricted units32 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029ARIA LANDINGS I
4050 WINKLER AVE EXT, FT MYERS, FL, 33916208 income-restricted units40 1BR, 120 2BR, 32 3BR, 16 4BR+Built 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029LAGO DEL SOL
10770 CLEAR LAKE LOOP, FT MYERS, FL, 33908376 income-restricted units72 2BR, 224 3BR, 32 4BR+Built 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027PARK PLACE APTS II (LEHIGH ACRES)
146 HOMESTEAD RD S, LEHIGH ACRES, FL, 3393635 income-restricted units12 1BR, 23 2BRBuilt 19944% 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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