Athens County, OH
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 | $902/mo | $812 – $992/mo |
| 1 BR | $907/mo | $816 – $998/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,092/mo | $983 – $1,201/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,338/mo | $1,204 – $1,472/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,491/mo | $1,342 – $1,640/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Athens County, OH (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Athens County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Athens County
- Athens Metropolitan Housing Authority
10 Hope Dr, Athens, OH, 45701 · 7405924481
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Athens 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 | $31,150 |
| 2 people | $35,600 |
| 3 people | $40,050 |
| 4 people | $44,450 |
| 5 people | $48,050 |
| 6 people | $51,600 |
| 7 people | $55,150 |
| 8 people | $58,700 |
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 Athens 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.
- Elderly
KERSHAW GREENE III
9327 STATE ROUTE 682, ATHENS, OH, 45701-890054 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20244% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054 - Elderly
KERSHAW GREENE IV
9335 ST RTE 682, ATHENS, OH, 45701-890030 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20244% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054 - Elderly
KERSHAW GREENE
9309 STATE ROUTE 682, ATHENS, OH, 4570151 income-restricted units12 1BR, 30 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 20234% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053 - Elderly
TYLER PARK
8462 LUHRIG ROAD, ATHENS, OH, 4570156 income-restricted units15 1BR, 30 2BR, 11 3BRBuilt 20234% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053 - Elderly
CARPENTER HALL
19 E CARPENTER ST, ATHENS, OH, 4570153 income-restricted units6 studio, 44 1BR, 3 2BRBuilt 20204% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050 SANDSTONE APARTMENTS
100 NORTH PLAINS ROAD, THE PLAINS, OH, 45780-100850 income-restricted units10 2BR, 36 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20184% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048- Elderly
SANDSTONE APARTMENTS
100 NORTH PLAINS ROAD, THE PLAINS, OH, 45780-10084 income-restricted units1 2BR, 2 3BR, 1 4BR+Built 20184% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048 EVERGREEN ESTATES APTS
45 EAST 4TH SREET, THE PLAINS, OH, 4578060 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2010Compliance through ~2040PLAINS PLAZA
45 E FOURTH ST, THE PLAINS, OH, 4578060 income-restricted units40 2BR, 16 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040BEAUMONT GREENE
13701 DELLA DR, ATHENS, OH, 4570140 income-restricted units4 1BR, 36 2BRBuilt 20074% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037- Elderly
ALBANY ARMS APTS
5824 ROSSETTER RD, ALBANY, OH, 4571046 income-restricted units14 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036 CREEKSIDE APTS
108 LEXINGTON AVE, CHAUNCEY, OH, 4571932 income-restricted units24 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028WESTVIEW APTS
300 W STATE ST, ATHENS, OH, 4570132 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19914% 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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