Monroe 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 | $1,085/mo | $977 – $1,194/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,165/mo | $1,049 – $1,282/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,529/mo | $1,376 – $1,682/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,974/mo | $1,777 – $2,171/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,203/mo | $1,983 – $2,423/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Monroe County, PA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Monroe County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Monroe County
- The Housing Authority of Monroe County
1055 W Main St, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360 · 5704217770
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Monroe 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 | $34,750 |
| 2 people | $39,750 |
| 3 people | $44,650 |
| 4 people | $49,600 |
| 5 people | $53,600 |
| 6 people | $57,600 |
| 7 people | $61,550 |
| 8 people | $65,550 |
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 Monroe 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.
HAMILTON MANOR APARTMENTS
4225 MANOR DRIVE, STROUDSBURG, PA, 18360-949840 income-restricted units40 1BRBuilt 20179% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047LIMEKILN MANOR
19 KINNEY AVE, MT POCONO, PA, 1834440 income-restricted units24 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041WHITE STONE COMMONS
360 WHITESTONE COR, STROUDSBURG, PA, 1836072 income-restricted units66 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041KNOB CREST
3 KNOB RD, MT POCONO, PA, 1834441 income-restricted units41 1BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037BELMONT KNOLL
1 CTR AVE, MT POCONO, PA, 1834439 income-restricted units39 1BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033MILFORD COMMONS APTS PHASE II
1800 MILFORD COMMONS, EAST STROUDSBURG, PA, 1830142 income-restricted units26 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031OAKS SENIOR COMMUNITY
3698 GRACE AVE, CRESCO, PA, 1832632 income-restricted units20 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031MILFORD COMMONS APTS
1800 MILFORD COMMONS, EAST STROUDSBURG, PA, 1830188 income-restricted units24 2BR, 64 3BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029
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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