Fayette 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 | $750/mo | $675 – $825/mo |
| 1 BR | $836/mo | $752 – $920/mo |
| 2 BR | $992/mo | $893 – $1,091/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,273/mo | $1,146 – $1,400/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,415/mo | $1,274 – $1,557/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Fayette County, OH (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Fayette County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Fayette County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Fayette Metropolitan Housing Authority
121 E East St, Washington Court House, OH, 43160 · 7403357525
- Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority
121 E East St, Washington Ch, OH, 43160 · 7403357525
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Fayette 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 | $30,850 |
| 2 people | $35,250 |
| 3 people | $39,650 |
| 4 people | $44,050 |
| 5 people | $47,600 |
| 6 people | $51,100 |
| 7 people | $54,650 |
| 8 people | $58,150 |
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 Fayette 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
COURTHOUSE FAMILY HOUSING
555 DEPOT DRIVE, WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, OH, 4316053 income-restricted units13 1BR, 32 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20204% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050 WASHINGTON SCHOOL
318 N N ST, WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, OH, 4316042 income-restricted units29 1BR, 13 2BRBuilt 20144% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044LOFTS AT COURT & MAIN
113 S MAIN ST, WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, OH, 4316031 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE APTS II
857 KOHLER DR, WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, OH, 4316045 income-restricted units26 2BR, 12 3BR, 7 4BR+Built 20124% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042GRACE MEADOWS
507 WOODSVIEW SQ APT H, JEFFERSONVILLE, OH, 4312840 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038HERITAGE GREENE
1001 LEWIS ST, WASHINGTON CH, OH, 4316050 income-restricted units20 1BR, 30 2BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036- Elderly
WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE APTS
826-832 CONLEY CT, WASHINGTON C H, OH, 4316060 income-restricted units60 1BRBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036 - Elderly
ZACHARY'S CROSSING
698 LINDEN AVE, WASHINGTON CH, OH, 4316040 income-restricted units20 3BR, 20 4BR+Built 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 - Elderly
RIVERBIRCH GREENE
947 RIVERBIRCH RD, WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, OH, 4316051 income-restricted units of 60 total8 2BR, 30 3BR, 22 4BR+Built 20044% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034 - 60 income-restricted units6 2BR, 31 3BR, 23 4BR+Built 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032
SUMMER TREE TERRACE
71 N MAIN ST, JEFFERSONVILLE, OH, 4312824 income-restricted units24 2BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031FAYETTE INN SRO
2825 US HWY 22 SW, WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, OH, 4316017 income-restricted units17 studioBuilt 19964% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026GLENVIEW APTS
2100 JENNI LN, WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, OH, 4316056 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19934% 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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