Garrett County, MD
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 | $848/mo | $763 – $933/mo |
| 1 BR | $864/mo | $778 – $950/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,353/mo | $1,218 – $1,488/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,441/mo | $1,297 – $1,585/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Garrett County, MD (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Garrett County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Garrett County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Garrett 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 | $33,250 |
| 2 people | $38,000 |
| 3 people | $42,750 |
| 4 people | $47,500 |
| 5 people | $51,300 |
| 6 people | $55,100 |
| 7 people | $58,900 |
| 8 people | $62,700 |
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 Garrett 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.
CHAUTAUQUA PARK WEST @ LIBERTY HILLS
100-600 LIBERTY HILL DRIVE, OAKLAND, MD, 2155012 income-restricted units of 21 total4 1BR, 6 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 2021Compliance through ~2051CHAUTAUQUA PARK WEST @ PARKWOOD VILLAGE
108 DECATUR STREET, MT. LAKE PARK, MD, 2155031 income-restricted units of 32 total9 1BR, 22 2BRBuilt 2021Compliance through ~2051CHAUTAUQUA PARK WEST @ PLEASANT VIEW
100-600 PLEASANT VIEW LANE, LOCH LYNN, MD, 2155023 income-restricted units of 24 total1 1BR, 1 2BR, 21 3BRBuilt 2021Compliance through ~2051THE MEADOWS AT MOUNTAIN LAKE
607 P STREET, MOUNTAIN LAKE PK, MD, 2155088 income-restricted units of 90 total32 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20174% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047LIBERTY MEWS
104 E CTR ST, OAKLAND, MD, 2155036 income-restricted units23 2BR, 13 3BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041LIBERTY SQUARE LP
10 LIBERTY SQ, OAKLAND, MD, 2155030 income-restricted units of 29 totalBuilt 2011Compliance through ~2041LIBERTY SQUARE
470 W LIBERTY ST, OAKLAND, MD, 2155030 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039VILLAGE VIEW APTS
295 PYSELL RD, MC HENRY, MD, 2154128 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2007Compliance through ~2037PYSELL RIDGE
255 PYSELL RD, MC HENRY, MD, 2154130 income-restricted units8 1BR, 14 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036MOUNTAIN VILLAGE WEST
91 PYSELL ROAD, MC HENRY, MD30 income-restricted units8 1BR, 15 2BR, 7 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035MT VILLAGE WEST LDT PARTNERSHIP
175 PYSELL RD, MC HENRY, MD, 2154130 income-restricted units of 29 totalBuilt 2005Compliance through ~2035CASSEL RIDGE EAST
100 CASSEL RIDGE DR, GRANTSVILLE, MD, 2153636 income-restricted units6 1BR, 23 2BR, 7 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033OVERLOOK NORTH
100 VISTA SQ, OAKLAND, MD, 2155059 income-restricted units of 60 total25 1BR, 27 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029
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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