Kent 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 | $1,062/mo | $956 – $1,168/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,137/mo | $1,023 – $1,251/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,246/mo | $1,121 – $1,371/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,635/mo | $1,472 – $1,799/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,090/mo | $1,881 – $2,299/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Kent County, MD (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Kent 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 Kent 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 Kent 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 | $39,200 |
| 2 people | $44,800 |
| 3 people | $50,400 |
| 4 people | $56,000 |
| 5 people | $60,500 |
| 6 people | $65,000 |
| 7 people | $69,450 |
| 8 people | $73,950 |
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 Kent 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.
BROOKMEADOW APARTMENTS I
150 FLATLAND ROAD, CHESTERTOWN, MD, 2192133 income-restricted units19 1BR, 48 2BRBuilt 20199% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049BROOKMEADOW APARTMENTS II
160 FLATLAND ROAD, CHESTERTOWN, MD, 2192134 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20199% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049CHESTERTOWN COVE AOPARTMENTS
408 MORGNEE ROAD, CHESTERTOWN, MD, 2162034 income-restricted units16 1BR, 12 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20179% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047BAYWOODS VILLAGE/WOODS EDGE
23172 BAYWOOD CT, CHESTERTOWN, MD, 21620104 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2011Compliance through ~2041BAYWOODS VILLAGE/WOODS EDGE
5761 JUDEFIND AVENUE, CHESTERTOWN, MD, 21620104 income-restricted units of 48 totalBuilt 2011Compliance through ~2041CALVERT HEIGHTS
716 HIGH ST, CHESTERTOWN, MD, 2162040 income-restricted units of 41 total20 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040WOODSEDGEIII BAYWOODVILLAGE II
23151 WOODSEDGE DR, CHESTERTOWN, MD, 21620104 income-restricted units of 20 totalBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038CHESTERTOWN LANDING PHASE I
503 MORGNEC RD, CHESTERTOWN, MD, 2162071 income-restricted units of 72 total14 1BR, 38 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029CHESTERTOWN LANDING PHASE II
503 MORGNEC RD, CHESTERTOWN, MD, 2162060 income-restricted units48 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 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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