Steuben County, NY
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 | $865/mo | $779 – $952/mo |
| 1 BR | $871/mo | $784 – $958/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,081/mo | $973 – $1,189/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,410/mo | $1,269 – $1,551/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,800/mo | $1,620 – $1,980/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Steuben County, NY (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Steuben County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Steuben County
- Hornell Housing Authority
87 E Washington St, Hornell, NY, 14843 · 6073247912
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Steuben 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 | $31,500 |
| 2 people | $36,000 |
| 3 people | $40,500 |
| 4 people | $44,950 |
| 5 people | $48,550 |
| 6 people | $52,150 |
| 7 people | $55,750 |
| 8 people | $59,350 |
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 Steuben 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.
THE BRYANT SCHOOL
107 EAST AVENUE AKA 173 TERRY STREET, HORNELL, NY, 1484339 income-restricted units2 studio, 23 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053LAMPHEAR COURT TOWNHOMES
1 LAMPHEAR COURT, CORNING, NY, 1483072 income-restricted units of 82 total46 1BR, 22 2BR, 10 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051LINCOLN GARDENS 2014
373 CANISTEO ST, HORNELL, NY, 1484325 income-restricted units23 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047LAMPHEAR COURT 1
77 LAMPHEAR COURT, CORNING, NY, 1483060 income-restricted units48 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047- Elderly
HORNELL HOUSING
71 1-8 CHURCH ST, HORNELL, NY, 14843144 income-restricted units of 147 total84 1BR, 16 2BR, 31 3BR, 16 4BR+Built 20179% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047 VILLAGE SQUARE SENIOR APARTMENTS
250 N HAMILTON ST, PAINTED POST, NY, 1487064 income-restricted units of 75 total13 studio, 52 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 20129% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042LAKE STREET SENIOR APTS
41 LAKE ST, HAMMONDSPORT, NY, 1484021 income-restricted units20 1BR, 1 2BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039FAIRSIDE APTS
5 CASEY LN, BATH, NY, 1481040 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033PINE TREE VILLAGE SENIOR APTS
140 FOREST DR, PAINTED POST, NY, 1487035 income-restricted units35 1BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032RIVER BEND APTS
199 E AVE, HORNELL, NY, 1484332 income-restricted units32 1BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029CANISTEO MANOR
11 FIFTH ST, CANISTEO, NY, 1482324 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028PINE TREE VILLAGE FAMILY APTS
140 FOREST DR, PAINTED POST, NY, 1487040 income-restricted units12 1BR, 24 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19989% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028SENECA STREET STATION
46 SENECA ST, HORNELL, NY, 1484322 income-restricted units12 1BR, 10 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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