Cherokee 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 — Cherokee County, GA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Cherokee County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Cherokee County
- Housing Authority of the City of Canton
1400 Oakside Dr Apt 76, Canton, GA, 30114 · 7704794969
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Cherokee 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 Cherokee 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.
FRANKLIN CROSSING
1809 AND 1813 EAGLE DRIVE, WOODSTOCK, GA, 30189-230757 income-restricted units16 1BR, 30 2BR, 11 3BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054ABBNGTN RIDGE
470 VALLEY STREET, BALL GROUND, GA, 30107-406760 income-restricted units12 1BR, 28 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051- Elderly
HERITAGE AT MADISON POINTE
1561 STONEBRIDGE PARKWAY, WOODSTOCK, GA, 30189-160081 income-restricted units of 100 totalBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041 - Elderly
ALTA RIDGE WALK
1 ELENA WAY, WOODSTOCK, GA, 30188-78900 income-restricted units of 340 totalBuilt 2004Compliance through ~2034 - Elderly
HEARTHSTONE LANDING
100 HEARTHSTONE LANDING DR, CANTON, GA, 30114-315057 income-restricted units of 72 total36 2BR, 12 4BR+Built 2004Compliance through ~2034 - Elderly
RIVER RIDGE AT CANTON
100 RIVER RIDGE DR, CANTON, GA, 30114-70370 income-restricted units of 356 totalBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033 - Elderly
COLUMBIA CREEK
100 SANDY CIR, WOODSTOCK, GA, 30188137 income-restricted units of 172 total95 2BR, 42 3BRBuilt 2001Compliance through ~2031 - Elderly
CANTON MILL LOFTS
550 RIVERSTONE PKWY, CANTON, GA, 30114313 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2001Compliance through ~2031 - Elderly
ALEXANDER RIDGE APARTMENTS
102 ALEXANDER DR, CANTON, GA, 30114-82610 income-restricted units of 174 total50 1BR, 70 2BR, 54 3BRBuilt 2001Compliance through ~2031 - Elderly
LAURELS AT GREENWOOD
1215 GREENWOOD DRIVE, CANTON, GA, 30114140 income-restricted units of 142 total70 2BR, 70 3BRBuilt 2001Compliance through ~2031 - Elderly
RIVERSTOCK FKA COLUMBIA CREEK
50 SANDY CIR, WOODSTOCK, GA, 30188-68840 income-restricted units of 172 totalBuilt 2001Compliance through ~2031 - Elderly
CANTERBURY RIDGE APTS
101 CANTERBUR RDG PKWY, CANTON, GA, 30114212 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1999Compliance through ~2029 HICKORY KNOLL APARTMENTS
800 OAKDALE RD, CANTON, GA, 30114143 income-restricted units of 145 total24 1BR, 91 2BR, 30 3BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
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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