DeSoto County, MS
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 | $1,060/mo | $954 – $1,166/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,154/mo | $1,039 – $1,269/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,274/mo | $1,147 – $1,401/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,683/mo | $1,515 – $1,851/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,959/mo | $1,763 – $2,155/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — DeSoto County, MS (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for DeSoto 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 DeSoto 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 DeSoto 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 | $32,450 |
| 2 people | $37,100 |
| 3 people | $41,750 |
| 4 people | $46,350 |
| 5 people | $50,100 |
| 6 people | $53,800 |
| 7 people | $57,500 |
| 8 people | $61,200 |
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 DeSoto 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.
SOUTH PARK GARDENS
8156 SOUTH PARK CIRCLE, SOUTHAVEN, MS, 38671-0000152 income-restricted units24 1BR, 64 2BR, 64 3BRBuilt 20239% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053COUNTRYSIDE APARTMENTS
3344 COUNTRYSIDE CIRCLE, HORN LAKE, MS, 38637-000048 income-restricted units16 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 20219% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051HORN LAKE VILLAS
3410 GOODMAN ROAD WEST, HORN LAKE, MS, 38637-000048 income-restricted units12 1BR, 24 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20219% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051PARKWAY HORN LAKE
3550 SHADOW OAKS PKWY, HORN LAKE, MS, 3863747 income-restricted units of 48 total8 1BR, 32 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20089% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038HORN LAKE ESTATES
1600 SOUTHERN VILLAS DR, HORN LAKE, MS, 3863747 income-restricted units of 48 total11 1BR, 37 2BRBuilt 20049% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034- Elderly
HAMPTON PARK APTS
5935 AIRWAYS BLVD, SOUTHAVEN, MS, 3867188 income-restricted units8 1BR, 32 2BR, 48 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033 TERRACE PARK APTS
5905 AIRWAYS BLVD, SOUTHAVEN, MS, 38671189 income-restricted units of 192 total32 1BR, 105 2BR, 55 3BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031BRADFORD PARK APTS
5735 ARBOR DR, SOUTHAVEN, MS, 38671205 income-restricted units of 208 total32 1BR, 104 2BR, 72 3BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030DEHON VILLAGE III
9340 MCLEMORE CV, WALLS, MS, 3868038 income-restricted units5 2BR, 26 3BR, 7 4BR+Built 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026GATEWAY APTS AT GOODMAN ROAD
7101 TULANE RD N, HORN LAKE, MS, 38637165 income-restricted units of 168 total24 1BR, 104 2BR, 40 3BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025CRESTVIEW APTS - OLIVE BRANCH
8665 CAROMA ST, OLIVE BRANCH, MS38 income-restricted units38 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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