Newton 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 — Newton County, GA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Newton County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Newton County
- Housing Authority of the City of Covington
5160 Alcovy Rd NE, Covington, GA, 30014 · 7707867739
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Newton 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 Newton 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.
COVINGTON SQUARE
2101 WASHINGTON ST SW, COVINGTON, GA, 30014-2321113 income-restricted units of 114 total29 studio, 84 1BRBuilt 20244% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054ARBOURS AT COVINGTON
10660 GA HWY 36, COVINGTON, GA, 30014-0000180 income-restricted units30 1BR, 96 2BR, 54 3BRBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052HARMONY AT COVINGTON
11101 COVINGTON BYPASS RD, COVINGTON, GA, 30014-0000122 income-restricted units25 1BR, 101 2BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051LEGENDS OF COVINGTON
5188 CLARK STREET SW, COVINGTON, GA, 30014-2747198 income-restricted units102 1BR, 80 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051- Elderly
THE VILLAGE AT WALKERS BEND
5978 EVERTT STREET SW, COVINGTON, GA, 300140 income-restricted units of 32 totalBuilt 2012Compliance through ~2042 - Elderly
HARRISTOWN PARK
2135 REYNOLDS ST SW, COVINGTON, GA, 30014-66320 income-restricted units of 60 totalBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041 - Elderly
WELLINGTON RIDGE APARTMENTS
9145 WELLINGTON DR, COVINGTON, GA, 30014-8712220 income-restricted units70 1BR, 122 2BR, 28 3BRBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033 - Elderly249 income-restricted units of 250 totalBuilt 2002Compliance through ~2032
- Elderly
MAGNOLIA HEIGHTS APARTMENTS
10156 MAGNOLIA HEIGHTS CIR, COVINGTON, GA, 30014-4106140 income-restricted units of 200 total24 1BR, 100 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 2001Compliance through ~2031 - Elderly
ORCHARD COVE
30 GROSSLAKE PKWY, COVINGTON, GA, 30016-1253134 income-restricted units of 188 total44 1BR, 116 2BR, 40 3BRBuilt 2001Compliance through ~2031 MEADOWBROOK APARTMENTS
460 HWY 142, COVINGTON, GA, 300144 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1991Compliance through ~2021
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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