Fairfield 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 | $1,111/mo | $1,000 – $1,222/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,194/mo | $1,075 – $1,313/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,430/mo | $1,287 – $1,573/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,715/mo | $1,544 – $1,887/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,927/mo | $1,734 – $2,120/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Fairfield County, OH (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Fairfield County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Fairfield County
- Fairfield Metropolitan Housing Authority
315 N Columbus St Ste 200, Lancaster, OH, 43130 · 7406536618
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Fairfield 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 | $39,050 |
| 2 people | $44,600 |
| 3 people | $50,200 |
| 4 people | $55,750 |
| 5 people | $60,250 |
| 6 people | $64,700 |
| 7 people | $69,150 |
| 8 people | $73,600 |
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 Fairfield 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
LANCASTER CLUB APARTMENTS
180 SELLS ROAD, LANCASTER, OH, 4313092 income-restricted units48 2BR, 44 3BRBuilt 20204% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050 PEARL HOUSE
218 W CHESTNUT ST, LANCASTER, OH, 4313036 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044HUNTERWOOD PARK
330 TRACE DR, LANCASTER, OH, 43130101 income-restricted units50 1BR, 31 2BR, 16 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040- Elderly
NEW SETON LANCASTER
232 GAY ST, LANCASTER, OH, 4313033 income-restricted units33 1BRBuilt 2009Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2039 PLEASANT VIEW
114 ACADEMY ST, PLEASANTVILLE, OH, 4314830 income-restricted units30 1BRBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038PERSHING HOUSE
1549 N COLUMBUS ST, LANCASTER, OH, 4313040 income-restricted units33 1BR, 7 2BRBuilt 20074% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037WINDSOR PLACE
141 GRACELAND DR, LANCASTER, OH, 4313082 income-restricted units81 1BR, 1 2BRBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036- Elderly
PLEASANTVILLE COMMONS
3610 RICHLAND RD NE, PLEASANTVILLE, OH, 4314832 income-restricted units8 1BR, 14 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 CANAL PLACE
107 S COLUMBUS ST, LANCASTER, OH, 4313036 income-restricted units2 studio, 23 1BR, 10 2BR, 1 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031RIVER VALLEY APTS
2039 FARMVIEW DR, LANCASTER, OH, 43130144 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1994Compliance through ~2024HUNTERS HILL
888 ELIZABETH DR, LANCASTER, OH, 4313096 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1993Compliance 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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