Shelby County, KY
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 | $954/mo | $859 – $1,049/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,027/mo | $924 – $1,130/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,143/mo | $1,029 – $1,257/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,417/mo | $1,275 – $1,559/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,697/mo | $1,527 – $1,867/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Shelby County, KY (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Shelby County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Shelby County
- Housing Authority of Shelbyville
41 Cardinal Dr, Shelbyville, KY, 40065 · 5026334531
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Shelby 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 | $36,750 |
| 2 people | $42,000 |
| 3 people | $47,250 |
| 4 people | $52,450 |
| 5 people | $56,650 |
| 6 people | $60,850 |
| 7 people | $65,050 |
| 8 people | $69,250 |
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 Shelby 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.
BREAS CROSSING II
SQUIRE CIRCLE, SHELBYVILLE, KY, 4006537 income-restricted units21 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051BREAS CROSSING
SQUIRE CIRCLE, SHELBYVILLE, KY, 4006544 income-restricted units24 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046INDIAN RIDGE APARTMENTS
INDIAN RIDGE RD., SHELBYVILLE, KY, 40065-183897 income-restricted units32 1BR, 56 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045MIDLAND SQUARE APARTMENTS
MACK WALTERS ROAD, SHELBYVILLE, KY, 4006545 income-restricted units1 1BR, 38 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045CHERRYWOOD APARTMENTS
WILLOWWOOD DRIVE, SHELBYVILLE, KY, 4006524 income-restricted units12 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20114% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041MOESSER HOUSE
WEST MAIN STREET, SHELBYVILLE, KY, 4006553 income-restricted units28 1BR, 21 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035COLA COMMONS
FRANKFORT RD., SHELBYVILLE, KY, 4006531 income-restricted units17 2BR, 14 3BRBuilt 20049% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034MARIAN VILLAGE APARTMENTS
SHORT ST., SHELBYVILLE, KY, 4006524 income-restricted units of 32 total28 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20049% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034- Elderly
MAIDIE LANE
MAIDIE LN., SHELBYVILLE, KY, 400651 income-restricted unit23 3BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032 - Elderly
CLARK SINGLE FAMILY PROJECT-SHELBYVILLE
DOUGLAS CT., SHELBYVILLE, KY, 4006524 income-restricted units24 4BR+Built 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029 - Elderly
SHELBYVILLE I
MIDLAND BLVD., SHELBYVILLE, KY, 4006524 income-restricted units24 4BR+Built 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027 WEST SHELBY HOUSE APARTMENTS
WILLOW WOOD DR., SHELBYVILLE, KY, 4006512 income-restricted units12 1BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025- Elderly
WELLS HILL APARTMENTS
WELLS HILL RD., WEST LIBERTY, KY, 4006632 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024 - Elderly
ALBANY CENTER APARTMENTS
CLEAR ST., ALBANY, KY, 4006624 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 19939% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
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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