Walker 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 | $1,211/mo | $1,090 – $1,332/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,263/mo | $1,137 – $1,389/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,390/mo | $1,251 – $1,529/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,734/mo | $1,561 – $1,907/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,853/mo | $1,668 – $2,038/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Walker County, GA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Walker County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Walker County
- Housing Authority of the City of LaFayette
300 S Oak St, La Fayette, GA, 30728 · 7066382733
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Walker 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 | $34,100 |
| 2 people | $39,000 |
| 3 people | $43,850 |
| 4 people | $48,700 |
| 5 people | $52,600 |
| 6 people | $56,500 |
| 7 people | $60,400 |
| 8 people | $64,300 |
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 Walker 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.
GATEWAY AT ROSSVILLE
2563 HAPPY VALLEY ROAD, ROSSVILLE, GA, 30741-0000156 income-restricted units31 1BR, 77 2BR, 48 3BRBuilt 20239% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053THE VILLAGE AT CHICKAMAUGA II
125 ARROWHEAD DIARY LANE, CHICKAMAUGA, GA, 30707-000060 income-restricted units8 1BR, 52 2BRBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052ABBINGTON AT LINWOOD
10 PROBASCO STREET, LAFAYETTE, GA, 30728-000060 income-restricted units21 1BR, 28 2BR, 11 3BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050YESTER OAKS APARTMENTS
154 YESTER OAKS DR, LAFAYETTE, GA, 3072844 income-restricted units16 1BR, 28 2BRBuilt 20189% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048LAFAYETTE GARDENS APARTMENTS
709 PATTERSON RD, LA FAYETTE, GA, 30728-333520 income-restricted units1 1BR, 19 2BRBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045- Elderly
ENDEAVOR POINTE
102 ENDEAVOR POINTE WAY, ROCKSPRINGS, GA, 3073964 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043 - Elderly
LUCKY POINTE
307 STANFIELD RD, LA FAYETTE, GA, 30728-219536 income-restricted units of 52 totalBuilt 2009Compliance through ~2039 - Elderly
THE VILLAGE AT CHICKAMAUGA
147 ARROW HEAD DAIRY LN, CHICKAMAUGA, GA, 30707-177232 income-restricted units of 40 totalBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038 - Elderly
SOUTH ROSSVILLE SENIOR VILLAGE
1300 MCFARLAND AVE, ROSSVILLE, GA, 30741-236348 income-restricted units of 60 total36 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033 - Elderly
LAFAYETTE GARDEN APARTMENTS
709 PATTERSON RD, LA FAYETTE, GA, 3072820 income-restricted units20 2BRBuilt 1996Compliance through ~2026
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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