Freestone County, TX
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 | $737/mo | $663 – $811/mo |
| 1 BR | $742/mo | $668 – $816/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,298/mo | $1,168 – $1,428/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,432/mo | $1,289 – $1,575/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Freestone County, TX (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Freestone County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Freestone County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of Teague
205 S 5th Ave, Teague, TX, 75860 · 2547392011
- Housing Authority of Wortham
105 W Main St, Wortham, TX, 76693 · 2547653320
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Freestone 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 | $29,300 |
| 2 people | $33,500 |
| 3 people | $37,700 |
| 4 people | $41,850 |
| 5 people | $45,200 |
| 6 people | $48,550 |
| 7 people | $51,900 |
| 8 people | $55,250 |
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 Freestone 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.
STONELEAF AT FAIRFIELD
113 W REUNION ST, FAIRFIELD, TX, 7584045 income-restricted units of 49 totalBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045FREESTONE APTS
835 US HWY 84 W, TEAGUE, TX, 7586020 income-restricted units20 2BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030
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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