Bartow County, GA
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 | $1,585/mo | $1,427 – $1,744/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,660/mo | $1,494 – $1,826/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,820/mo | $1,638 – $2,002/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,182/mo | $1,964 – $2,400/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,605/mo | $2,345 – $2,866/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Bartow County, GA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Bartow County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Bartow County
- ETOWAH AREA CONSOLIDATED
240 Stonewall St, Cartersville, GA, 30120 · 7703821414
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Bartow 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 | $41,250 |
| 2 people | $47,150 |
| 3 people | $53,050 |
| 4 people | $58,900 |
| 5 people | $63,650 |
| 6 people | $68,350 |
| 7 people | $73,050 |
| 8 people | $77,750 |
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 Bartow 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.
THE COVE AT CARTERSVILLE
90 LIBERTY SQUARE NE, CARTERSVILLE, GA, 31021-000060 income-restricted units48 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20214% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051CARTERSVILLE GARDENS APARTMENTS
378 OLD MILL ROAD, CARTERSVILLE, GA, 30120-0000100 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20204% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050HAVENWOOD CARTERSVILLE
300 E FELTON ROAD, CARTERSVILLE, GA, 3012138 income-restricted units of 50 total14 1BR, 24 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049- Elderly
SHANGRI-LA PARK
69 GILREATH RD NW, CARTERSVILLE, GA, 30121-501672 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041 - Elderly
SOMERSET CLUB APARTMENTS
91 SOMERSET CLUB DR SE, CARTERSVILLE, GA, 30121-81640 income-restricted units of 120 totalBuilt 2004Compliance through ~2034 - Elderly
PACE/ETOWAH VILLAGE
366 OLD MILL RD, CARTERSVILLE, GA, 30120-846195 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1997Compliance through ~2027 - Elderly
CROSSFIELD APARTMENTS II
7 CROSSFIELD CIR BLDG 1, CARTERSVILLE, GA, 30121-422924 income-restricted units16 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 1996Compliance through ~2026 - Elderly
CASS TOWNE APARTMENTS
1341 CASSVILLE RD NW, CARTERSVILLE, GA, 30120-488610 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1994Compliance 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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