Berks 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 | $1,086/mo | $977 – $1,195/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,237/mo | $1,113 – $1,361/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,575/mo | $1,418 – $1,733/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,937/mo | $1,743 – $2,131/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,085/mo | $1,877 – $2,294/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Berks County, PA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Berks County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Berks County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the County of Berks
1803 Butter Ln, Reading, PA, 19606 · 6103700822
- Reading Housing Authority
400 Hancock Blvd, Reading, PA, 19611 · 6107754813
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Berks 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 | $35,750 |
| 2 people | $40,850 |
| 3 people | $45,950 |
| 4 people | $51,050 |
| 5 people | $55,150 |
| 6 people | $59,250 |
| 7 people | $63,350 |
| 8 people | $67,400 |
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 Berks 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.
GATEWAY WEST APARTMENTS
480 GORDON ST, READING, PA, 19601-26110 income-restricted units of 46 total24 2BR, 22 3BRBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052SOUTHGATE APARTMENTS
815 W LEESPORT RD, LEESPORT, PA, 19533-886045 income-restricted units35 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20219% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051BARLEY SQUARE
220 GRAPE ST, READING, PA, 19602-198557 income-restricted units45 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050HAMBURG SCHOOL
690 STATE ST, HAMBURG, PA, 19526-120050 income-restricted units12 1BR, 26 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050RIVER RUN MEADOWS APARTMENTS
SPRING GROVE CT, BIRDSBORO, PA, 19508-841658 income-restricted units22 1BR, 20 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047HOMES AT RIVERSIDE
1001 WEISER STREET, READING, PA, 19601-000046 income-restricted units of 47 total1 1BR, 23 2BR, 23 3BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046MARKET SQUARE APARTMENTS
801 PENN ST, READING, PA, 19601-367338 income-restricted units31 1BR, 7 2BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045KNITTING MILL ON PEACH ALLEY
239 PINE ST, HAMBURG, PA, 1952627 income-restricted units27 1BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038HENNER APTS
24 E HIGH ST, WOMELSDORF, PA, 1956727 income-restricted units27 1BRBuilt 20074% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037VILLA AT MORLATTAN
1180 BEN FRANKLIN HWY E, DOUGLASSVILLE, PA, 1951845 income-restricted units of 102 total9 studio, 77 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035PENNS CROSSING
1400 W WYOMISSING CT, READING, PA, 1960951 income-restricted units of 52 total42 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033SAUCONY MEADOWS
20 KOHLER RD, KUTZTOWN, PA, 1953050 income-restricted units50 1BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032CENTURY HALL APTS
831 WALNUT ST, READING, PA, 1960115 income-restricted units3 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031SUNSHINE HOMES
READING, PA, 1960110 income-restricted units10 3BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029WYOMISSING CLUB
501 WALNUT ST, READING, PA, 1960158 income-restricted units54 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029FRANKLIN & NOBLE MANOR
43 E NOBLE AVE, SHOEMAKERSVILLE, PA, 1955518 income-restricted units18 1BRBuilt 19979% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027ELM VIEW APTS
350 ELM ST, READING, PA, 1960132 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026JOHN F LUTZ APTS
3559 ST LAWRENCE AVE, READING, PA, 1960639 income-restricted units34 1BR, 5 2BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026FURNACE CREEK MANOR
270 S FREEMAN ST, ROBESONIA, PA, 1955124 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025ABRAHAM LINCOLN COURT
112 N FIFTH ST, READING, PA, 1960152 income-restricted units52 1BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024WEIDNER MANOR
1135 BEN FRANKLIN HWY W, DOUGLASSVILLE, PA, 1951824 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024BOOKBINDERY
150 N FOURTH ST, READING, PA, 1960141 income-restricted units24 1BR, 14 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 19919% 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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