Washington 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 | $887/mo | $798 – $976/mo |
| 1 BR | $893/mo | $804 – $982/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,132/mo | $1,019 – $1,245/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,398/mo | $1,258 – $1,538/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,548/mo | $1,393 – $1,703/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Washington County, TN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Washington County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Washington County
- Johnson City Housing Authority
901 Pardee St, Johnson City, TN, 37601 · 4232324784
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Washington 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 | $28,250 |
| 2 people | $32,300 |
| 3 people | $36,300 |
| 4 people | $40,300 |
| 5 people | $43,550 |
| 6 people | $46,750 |
| 7 people | $50,000 |
| 8 people | $53,200 |
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 Washington 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.
CEDAR GROVE VILLAGE
1003 MILLIGAN HWY, JOHNSON CITY, TN, 3760138 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045GIBSON RIDGE APTS
1436 E LAKEVIEW DR, JOHNSON CITY, TN, 37601100 income-restricted units8 1BR, 57 2BR, 35 3BRBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043FORD CREEK VILLAGE
1016 GRAY STATION RD, GRAY, TN, 3761548 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043ORLEANS TERRACE
1400 ORLEANS ST, JOHNSON CITY, TN, 3760136 income-restricted units4 1BR, 20 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036PLYMOUTH RIDGE
2560 PLYMOUTH RD, JOHNSON CITY, TN, 37601100 income-restricted units64 2BR, 36 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036BEAVER HOLLOW
800 SWADLEY RD, JOHNSON CITY, TN, 3760164 income-restricted units8 1BR, 32 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036KINGSTON SPRINGS
1211 KING SPRINGS RD, JOHNSON CITY, TN, 3760127 income-restricted units21 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036WATAUGA SQUARE
503 W WATAUGA AVE, JOHNSON CITY, TN, 37604102 income-restricted units102 1BRBuilt 20044% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034DOE RIDGE APARTMETNS
1700 DAVE BUCK RD, JOHNSON CITY, TN, 3760164 income-restricted units44 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032BLUE RIDGE APTS
2610 PLYMOUTH RD, JOHNSON CITY, TN, 3760180 income-restricted units16 1BR, 40 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 19994% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029STONEYBROOKE HEIGHTS APTS
512 SWADLEY RD, JOHNSON CITY, TN, 3760188 income-restricted units28 2BR, 40 3BR, 20 4BR+Built 19994% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029JOHN SEVIER CENTER
141 E MARKET ST, JOHNSON CITY, TN, 37604150 income-restricted units134 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 19914% + 9% 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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