Roane 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 | $912/mo | $821 – $1,003/mo |
| 1 BR | $918/mo | $826 – $1,010/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,092/mo | $983 – $1,201/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,432/mo | $1,289 – $1,575/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,832/mo | $1,649 – $2,015/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Roane County, TN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Roane County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Roane County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Rockwood Housing Authority
320 W Carpenter St, Rockwood, TN, 37854 · 8653549841
- Oliver Springs Housing Authority
113 Wagner Ct, Oliver Springs, TN, 37840 · 8654351711
- Harriman Housing Authority
300 N Roane St, Harriman, TN, 37748 · 8658829636
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Roane 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 | $32,950 |
| 2 people | $37,650 |
| 3 people | $42,350 |
| 4 people | $47,050 |
| 5 people | $50,850 |
| 6 people | $54,600 |
| 7 people | $58,350 |
| 8 people | $62,150 |
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 Roane 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.
HARRIMAN GARDENS
925 SEWANEE ST., HARRIMAN, TN, 37748136 income-restricted units of 137 total1 studio, 126 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 20174% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047HERITAGE HILLS
900 HERITAGE HILLS CT, ROCKWOOD, TN, 3785472 income-restricted units12 1BR, 30 2BR, 30 3BRBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043DEER RUN APTS
5336 ROANE STATE HWY, ROCKWOOD, TN, 3785472 income-restricted units32 2BR, 40 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037RUSSELL PARK APTS
134 BROWN W DR, ROCKWOOD, TN, 3785425 income-restricted units15 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031
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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