Adams County, PA
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 | $1,006/mo | $905 – $1,107/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,099/mo | $989 – $1,209/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,374/mo | $1,237 – $1,511/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,834/mo | $1,651 – $2,017/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,939/mo | $1,745 – $2,133/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Adams County, PA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Adams County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Adams County
- Adams County Housing Authority
40 E High St, Gettysburg, PA, 17325 · 7173341518
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Adams 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 | $37,400 |
| 2 people | $42,750 |
| 3 people | $48,100 |
| 4 people | $53,400 |
| 5 people | $57,700 |
| 6 people | $61,950 |
| 7 people | $66,250 |
| 8 people | $70,500 |
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 Adams 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.
MISTY RIDGE TERRACE TWNHMS
200 MISTY RIDGE RD, GETTYSBURG, PA, 17325-802150 income-restricted units20 2BR, 30 3BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045FAHNESTOCK HOUSE
47 BALTIMORE ST, GETTYSBURG, PA, 17325-233926 income-restricted units1 studio, 25 1BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043MISTY RIDGE TERRACE
25 BRIDGE VALLEY RD, GETTYSBURG, PA, 1732546 income-restricted units6 1BR, 28 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040CEDARFIELD APTS
40 MADELINE CT, GETTYSBURG, PA, 1732532 income-restricted units23 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036OLD FRIENDS AT NEW OXFORD
500 N BOLTON ST, NEW OXFORD, PA, 1735050 income-restricted units50 1BRBuilt 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035EAST BERLIN MANOR APTS
407 ABBOTTSTOWN ST, EAST BERLIN, PA, 1731619 income-restricted units3 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033VILLAS AT GETTYSBURG
80 ROBERT CURTIS DR, GETTYSBURG, PA, 1732549 income-restricted units of 50 total34 1BR, 15 2BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033OXFORD MANOR APTS
409 N BOLTON ST, NEW OXFORD, PA, 1735032 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032GETTYSBURG SCAT SITES
GETTYSBURG, PA, 1732516 income-restricted units2 1BR, 3 2BR, 9 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 19939% 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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