Ravalli County, MT
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 | $1,116/mo | $1,004 – $1,228/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,145/mo | $1,031 – $1,260/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,423/mo | $1,281 – $1,565/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,979/mo | $1,781 – $2,177/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,387/mo | $2,148 – $2,626/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Ravalli County, MT (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Ravalli 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 Ravalli 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 Ravalli 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 | $32,550 |
| 2 people | $37,200 |
| 3 people | $41,850 |
| 4 people | $46,450 |
| 5 people | $50,200 |
| 6 people | $53,900 |
| 7 people | $57,600 |
| 8 people | $61,350 |
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 Ravalli 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.
WELCOME WAY APARTMENTS
600 WELCOME WAY, DARBY, MT, 59829-000024 income-restricted units12 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20244% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054BITTERROOT VALLEY APARTMENTS
300 STONEGATE DR, HAMILTON, MT, 59840-000052 income-restricted units40 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20239% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053BURNT FORK PLACE
52 BOX BIRD LANE, STEVENSVILLE, MT, 59870-000016 income-restricted units12 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20214% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051- 36 income-restricted units20 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20219% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051
VALLEY VILLAS REHAB
410 N 10TH STREET, HAMILTON, MT, 59840-000036 income-restricted units8 1BR, 26 2BRBuilt 20174% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047MOUNTAIN VIEW III
251 STONEGATE DR, HAMILTON, MT, 5984046 income-restricted units22 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039MOUNTAIN VIEW III - HAMILTON
225 STONEGATE DR, HAMILTON, MT, 59840-000046 income-restricted units22 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20094% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039MOUNTAIN VIEW II
200 STONEGATE DR, HAMILTON, MT, 5984028 income-restricted units12 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036MOUNTAIN VIEW II - HAMILTON
225 STONEGATE DR, HAMILTON, MT, 59840-000028 income-restricted units12 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036- Elderly
BITTERROOT COMMONS II
501 AND 503 WELCOME WAY, DARBY, MT, 59829-00008 income-restricted units8 2BRBuilt 20044% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034 BITTERROOT COMMONS
601 AND 603 WELCOME WAY, DARBY, MT, 59829-00008 income-restricted units8 2BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033MOUNTAIN VIEW APTS
430 STONEGATE DR, HAMILTON, MT, 5984035 income-restricted units of 36 total24 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033PARKSIDE APARTMENTS
121 STATE STREET, HAMILTON, MT, 59840-000022 income-restricted units of 24 total8 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20004% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030WILLOW COURT
290 SKEELS AVE, HAMILTON, MT, 59840-000048 income-restricted units42 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 19984% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028BURNT FORK MANOR
309, 313 11TH STREET, STEVENSVILLE, MT, 59870-000030 income-restricted units26 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 19919% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021
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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