Fentress 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 | $700/mo | $630 – $770/mo |
| 1 BR | $705/mo | $635 – $776/mo |
| 2 BR | $925/mo | $833 – $1,018/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,204/mo | $1,084 – $1,324/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,290/mo | $1,161 – $1,419/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Fentress County, TN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Fentress County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Fentress County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Fentress 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 | $27,300 |
| 2 people | $31,200 |
| 3 people | $35,100 |
| 4 people | $39,000 |
| 5 people | $42,150 |
| 6 people | $45,250 |
| 7 people | $48,400 |
| 8 people | $51,500 |
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 Fentress 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.
JAMESTOWN MANOR APARTMENTS
209 N. SMITH STREET, JAMESTOWN, TN, 3855624 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051JAMESTOWN VILLAGE
250 MACE AVENUE, JAMESTOWN, TN, 3855640 income-restricted units40 1BRBuilt 20209% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050FENTRESS OAKS APARTMENTS
428 LAWSON STREET, JAMESTOWN, TN, 3855632 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20169% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046WHITE OAKS APTS
114 HOLT SPUR DR, JAMESTOWN, TN, 3855640 income-restricted units16 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032JAMESTOWN VILLAS
300 BEATY ST, JAMESTOWN, TN50 income-restricted units10 1BR, 32 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19974% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027- Elderly
JAMESTOWN VILLAGE APTS
250 MACE AVE, JAMESTOWN, TN, 3855640 income-restricted units40 1BRBuilt 19934% 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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