Douglas County, KS
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 | $895/mo | $806 – $985/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,006/mo | $905 – $1,107/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,182/mo | $1,064 – $1,300/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,644/mo | $1,480 – $1,808/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,983/mo | $1,785 – $2,181/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Douglas County, KS (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Douglas County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Douglas County
- Lawrence/Douglas County Housing Authority
1600 Haskell Ave, Lawrence, KS, 66044 · 7858428110
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Douglas 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 | $38,650 |
| 2 people | $44,200 |
| 3 people | $49,700 |
| 4 people | $55,200 |
| 5 people | $59,650 |
| 6 people | $64,050 |
| 7 people | $68,450 |
| 8 people | $72,900 |
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 Douglas 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.
THE ESTATES OF LAWRENCE
1356 E. 1600 ROAD, LAWRENCE, KS, 6603038 income-restricted units16 2BR, 22 3BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054GOLD LEAF SENIOR LIVING
RIDGE LANE & N 400 ROAD, BALDWIN, KS, 6600624 income-restricted units24 2BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051PENN STREET LOFTS
801 PENNSYLVANIA STREET, LAWRENCE, KS, 6604447 income-restricted units3 studio, 35 1BR, 7 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051BETHEL ESTATES OF LAWRENCE PHASE II
2140 E 25TH TERRACE, LAWRENCE, KS, 6604642 income-restricted units14 1BR, 28 2BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050BETHEL ESTATES OF LAWRENCE
2142 E. 25TH TERRACE, LAWRENCE, KS, 6604448 income-restricted units16 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047SCHOOLHOUSE LOFTS
704 CHAPEL STREET, BALDWIN CITY, KS, 6600830 income-restricted units20 1BR, 8 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~20479-DEL LOFTS
716 E. 9TH, LAWRENCE, KS, 6604434 income-restricted units of 43 total23 1BR, 16 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045- Elderly
POEHLER LOFTS
619 E EIGHTH ST, LAWRENCE, KS, 6604449 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042 - Elderly
LCHT ACCESSIBLE HOUSING
2226 YALE RD, LAWRENCE, KS, 6604920 income-restricted units10 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 2011Compliance through ~2041 - Elderly
VERMONT TOWER
1101 VERMONT ST, LAWRENCE, KS, 6604458 income-restricted units of 60 total60 1BRBuilt 2006Compliance through ~2036 - Elderly
PRAIRIE RIDGE PLACE APTS
2424 MELROSE LN, LAWRENCE, KS, 66047100 income-restricted units95 1BR, 5 2BRBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033
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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