Scioto 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 | $671/mo | $604 – $738/mo |
| 1 BR | $808/mo | $727 – $889/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,328/mo | $1,195 – $1,461/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,466/mo | $1,319 – $1,613/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Scioto County, OH (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Scioto County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Scioto County
- Portsmouth Metropolitan Housing Authority
410 Court St, Portsmouth, OH, 45662 · 7403544547
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Scioto 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 | $30,700 |
| 2 people | $35,100 |
| 3 people | $39,500 |
| 4 people | $43,850 |
| 5 people | $47,400 |
| 6 people | $50,900 |
| 7 people | $54,400 |
| 8 people | $57,900 |
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 Scioto 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
HISLE PARK APARTMENTS PSH TAY
2237 THOMAS AVENUE, PORTSMOUTH, OH, 4566245 income-restricted units25 1BR, 17 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 20234% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053 - Elderly
PORTSMOUTH SENIOR LOFTS
813 CAMPBELL AVENUE, PORTSMOUTH, OH, 4566253 income-restricted units39 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20224% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052 - Elderly
SCIOTO VALLEY APARTMENTS
1420 16TH STREET, PORTSMOUTH, OH, 45662-3532101 income-restricted units47 1BR, 42 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20194% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049 BOSTON COMMONS
300 CTR ST, NEW BOSTON, OH, 4566250 income-restricted units25 2BR, 17 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 20119% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041HORIZON HOUSE
700 SECOND ST, PORTSMOUTH, OH, 4566250 income-restricted units5 studio, 37 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041JOSHUA LANDING
338 HIGH ST, MINFORD, OH, 4565340 income-restricted units40 1BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040JOSHUA LANDING
338 NORTH HIGH STREET, MINFORD, OH40 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2010Compliance through ~2040- 39 income-restricted units39 1BRBuilt 20044% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034
ANDERSON BUILDING
301 CHILLICOTHE ST, PORTSMOUTH, OH, 4566236 income-restricted units of 40 total13 2BR, 27 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032KELLI APTS
77 MORGAN DR, LUCASVILLE, OH, 4564832 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025PLEASANT VALLEY APTS
1250 BIHL LN, WHEELERSBURG, OH, 4569448 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19924% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2022WHEELERSBURG SENIOR VILLAGE
9004 OHIO RIVER RD, WHEELERSBURG, OH, 4569442 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19929% LIHTCCompliance through ~2022
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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