Tift 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 | $766/mo | $689 – $843/mo |
| 1 BR | $821/mo | $739 – $903/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,174/mo | $1,057 – $1,291/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,462/mo | $1,316 – $1,608/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Tift County, GA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Tift County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Tift County
- Housing Authority of the City of Tifton
Tifton, GA, 31794 · 2293825434
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Tift 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 Tift 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.
SOUTH TIFTON DEVELOPMENT
310 OLD OMEGA RD, TIFTON, GA, 31794-527856 income-restricted units8 1BR, 32 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053BROOKFIELD MEWS
99 TIFTON ELDORADO RD, TIFTON, GA, 31794-9603120 income-restricted units32 1BR, 64 2BR, 18 3BR, 6 4BR+Built 2017Compliance through ~2047- Elderly
THE RESIDENCES AT WEST HAVEN
2700 EB HAMILTON DRIVE, TIFTON, GA, 317930 income-restricted units of 49 totalBuilt 2017Compliance through ~2047 - Elderly
GROVES PLACE
2840 RAINWATER RD, TIFTON, GA, 31793-57010 income-restricted units of 56 totalBuilt 2016Compliance through ~2046 WEST HAVEN SENIOR VILLAGE
2760 EB HAMILTON DR, TIFTON, GA, 317930 income-restricted units of 40 total40 2BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041- Elderly
TIFTON ESTATES
1510 COLEY AVE, TIFTON, GA, 31794-53120 income-restricted units of 34 totalBuilt 2010Compliance through ~2040 - Elderly
WILDWOOD APARTMENTS
1220 SUSSEX DR, TIFTON, GA, 31794-240487 income-restricted units of 88 total72 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 2007Compliance through ~2037 - Elderly
THE GROVES APARTMENTS
2822 RAINWATER RD, TIFTON, GA, 31793-575876 income-restricted units of 96 totalBuilt 2006Compliance through ~2036 - Elderly
HARBOR POINTE
88 RICHARDS DR, TIFTON, GA, 31794-165844 income-restricted units of 56 totalBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033 TIFFANY SQUARE APARTMENTS
1430 PRINCE AVE, TIFTON, GA, 3179446 income-restricted units2 1BR, 44 2BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027- Elderly
MAGNOLIA PLACE
4 PERTILLA PL, TIFTON, GA, 31794-964336 income-restricted units17 2BR, 19 3BRBuilt 1996Compliance through ~2026 MEADOW CROSSING APARTMENTS
408 SPINKS DRIVE, OMEGA, GA, 3177536 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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