Sumter 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 | $824/mo | $742 – $906/mo |
| 1 BR | $829/mo | $746 – $912/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,088/mo | $979 – $1,197/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,305/mo | $1,175 – $1,436/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,441/mo | $1,297 – $1,585/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Sumter County, GA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Sumter County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Sumter County
- Housing Authority of the City of Americus
825 Mayo St, Americus, GA, 31709 · 2299243386
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Sumter 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 | $26,950 |
| 2 people | $30,800 |
| 3 people | $34,650 |
| 4 people | $38,500 |
| 5 people | $41,600 |
| 6 people | $44,700 |
| 7 people | $47,750 |
| 8 people | $50,850 |
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 Sumter 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.
- 44 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20204% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050
- Elderly
SOUTWESTERN ESTATES
900 SOUTHWESTERN CIRCLE, AMERICUS, GA, 317090 income-restricted units of 64 totalBuilt 2016Compliance through ~2046 CREEKVIEW COMMONS
MAGNOLIA ROAD, AMERICUS, GA, 111110 income-restricted units of 50 total20 1BR, 30 2BRBuilt 2014Compliance through ~2044MEADOWBROOK VILLAGE
130 LONNIE LN, AMERICUS, GA, 31709-490755 income-restricted units52 1BR, 3 2BRBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043- Elderly
MAGNOLIA VILLAGE
104 MAGNOLIA CT, AMERICUS, GA, 31719-280080 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038 - Elderly
THE VERANDAH APARTMENTS
821 MAYO ST, AMERICUS, GA, 31709-262732 income-restricted units of 40 total32 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 2005Compliance through ~2035 - Elderly
EAST OAKS APARTMENTS
251 LONNIE LN, AMERICUS, GA, 31709-496232 income-restricted units of 40 total8 1BR, 16 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 2005Compliance through ~2035 - Elderly
STARLIGHT PLACE
106 STARLIGHT CIR, AMERICUS, GA, 31719-829652 income-restricted units22 2BR, 30 3BRBuilt 2005Compliance through ~2035 - Elderly
AMERICUS GARDENS
HWY 19, MARTIN LUTHER KING DR., AMERICUS, GA, 3170944 income-restricted units12 1BR, 24 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 1998Compliance through ~2028 HABITAT FOR HUMANITY INTERNATIONAL INC
121 HABITAT ST, AMERICUS, GA, 3170937 income-restricted units of 40 totalBuilt 1995Compliance through ~2025RAVENWOOD APARTMENTS
795 HAWKINS ST, AMERICUS, GA, 3171924 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1995Compliance 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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