Monroe 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 | $1,726/mo | $1,553 – $1,899/mo |
| 1 BR | $2,211/mo | $1,990 – $2,432/mo |
| 2 BR | $2,504/mo | $2,254 – $2,754/mo |
| 3 BR | $3,303/mo | $2,973 – $3,633/mo |
| 4 BR | $3,315/mo | $2,984 – $3,647/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Monroe County, FL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Monroe County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Monroe County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF KEY WEST
1400 Kennedy Dr, Key West, FL, 33040 · 3052965621
- MONROE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY
Key West, FL, 33040 · 3052965621
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Monroe 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 | $50,200 |
| 2 people | $57,300 |
| 3 people | $64,500 |
| 4 people | $71,650 |
| 5 people | $77,350 |
| 6 people | $83,100 |
| 7 people | $88,850 |
| 8 people | $94,600 |
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 Monroe 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.
BOATWORKS RESIDENCES
700 39TH STREET, MARATHON, FL, 3305025 income-restricted units of 52 total8 1BR, 28 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052QUARRY III
10 BETTY ROSE DRIVE, KEY WEST, FL, 3304029 income-restricted units of 57 totalBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051MARTY'S PLACE
1909 VENETIA STREET, KEY WEST, FL, 3304047 income-restricted units47 1BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050- 44 income-restricted units of 96 total24 1BR, 64 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049
- 51 income-restricted units of 112 total28 1BR, 72 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049
- 51 income-restricted units8 1BR, 27 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048
- 42 income-restricted units6 1BR, 22 2BR, 14 3BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047
PARADISE POINT SENIOR HOUSING
4 NORTH BLACKWATER LANE, KEY LARGO, FL, 3303742 income-restricted units28 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046WET-NET VILLAS
81101 OVERSEAS HWY, ISLAMORADA, FL, 3303636 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044BANYAN GROVE
5455 MACDONALD AVE, STOCK ISLAND, FL, 3304048 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043FLAGLER VILLAGE
5300 MACDONALD AVE, KEY WEST, FL, 3304049 income-restricted units1 1BR, 26 2BR, 22 3BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041POINCIANA ROYALE
1341 MCCARTHY LN, KEY WEST, FL, 3304050 income-restricted units50 1BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041BLUE WATER WORKFORCE HOUSING
100 BURTON DR, TAVERNIER, FL, 3307036 income-restricted units2 1BR, 24 2BR, 10 4BR+Built 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041SEA GRAPE II
7159 OVERSEAS HWY, MARATHON, FL, 3305028 income-restricted units10 1BR, 12 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040SEA GRAPE I
7159 OVERSEAS HWY, MARATHON, FL, 3305056 income-restricted units36 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039CAYO DEL MAR
5501 THIRD AVE, KEY WEST, FL, 33040130 income-restricted units8 1BR, 89 2BR, 33 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035MERIDIAN WEST
6701 SHRIMP RD, KEY WEST, FL, 33040102 income-restricted units17 1BR, 68 2BR, 17 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034TRADEWINDS HAMMOCKS
100 HAMMOCKS TRAIL, KEY LARGO, FL, 3303766 income-restricted units10 1BR, 36 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032MARINER'S COVE - KEY WEST
3314 NORTHSIDE DR, KEY WEST, FL, 3304078 income-restricted units36 1BR, 33 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026ATLANTIC PINES (BIG PINE KEY)
400 CNTY RD, BIG PINE KEY, FL, 3304314 income-restricted units14 2BRBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
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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