Fayette County, TN
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 | $1,060/mo | $954 – $1,166/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,154/mo | $1,039 – $1,269/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,274/mo | $1,147 – $1,401/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,683/mo | $1,515 – $1,851/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,959/mo | $1,763 – $2,155/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Fayette County, TN (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 authority serving Fayette County
- Gallaway Housing Authority
Gallaway, TN, 38036 · 9018678101
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 | $32,450 |
| 2 people | $37,100 |
| 3 people | $41,750 |
| 4 people | $46,350 |
| 5 people | $50,100 |
| 6 people | $53,800 |
| 7 people | $57,500 |
| 8 people | $61,200 |
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.
BLUEGRASS VILLAGE APARTMENTS
430 JERNIGAN DRIVE, SOMERVILLE, TN, 3806839 income-restricted units of 40 total36 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20164% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046- 56 income-restricted units44 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046
ROSSVILLE MANOR
5185 HWY 57, ROSSVILLE, TN, 3806636 income-restricted units36 1BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041GALLAWAY MANOR APTS
294 LAYTON CIR, GALLAWAY, TN36 income-restricted units36 1BRBuilt 20114% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041LAKE STREET APTS
307 LAKE DR, SOMERVILLE, TN, 3806823 income-restricted units8 1BR, 12 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032COUNTRY OAKS APTS II
423 JERNIGAN DR, SOMERVILLE, TN, 3806820 income-restricted units20 2BRBuilt 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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