Grayson 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 | $1,088/mo | $979 – $1,197/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,089/mo | $980 – $1,198/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,351/mo | $1,216 – $1,486/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,879/mo | $1,691 – $2,067/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,157/mo | $1,941 – $2,373/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Grayson County, TX (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Grayson County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Grayson County
This county is served by 5 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Texoma Council of Governments
1117 Gallagher Dr Ste 210, Sherman, TX, 75090 · 9038932161
- Housing Authority of Sherman
Sherman, TX, 75090 · 9038933139
- Grayson County Housing Authority
1708 W Houston St, Sherman, TX, 75092 · 9038928717
- Housing Authority of Denison
330 N 8th Ave, Denison, TX, 75021 · 9034652650
- Housing Authority of Whitesboro
301 Beauty Ln, Whitesboro, TX, 76273 · 9035643700
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Grayson 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 | $33,400 |
| 2 people | $38,150 |
| 3 people | $42,900 |
| 4 people | $47,650 |
| 5 people | $51,500 |
| 6 people | $55,300 |
| 7 people | $59,100 |
| 8 people | $62,900 |
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 Grayson 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.
- Elderly
ABBINGTON COMMONS OF WHITEWRIGHT
285 E. ECHOLS LANE, WHITEWRIGHT, TX, 7549140 income-restricted units of 48 totalBuilt 2017Compliance through ~2047 - Elderly
PALLADIUM VAN ALSTYNE SENIOR LIVING
870 BLASSINGAME AVE., VAN ALSTYNE, TX, 75495100 income-restricted units of 132 totalBuilt 2017Compliance through ~2047 ABBINGTON JUNCTION OF POTTSBORO
601 SPUR 316, POTTSBORO, TX56 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2016Compliance through ~2046- Elderly
ABBINGTON MEADOWS
1110 SOUTH COLLINS FREEWAY, HOWE, TX39 income-restricted units of 64 totalBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045 - Elderly
STEEPLE CHASE FARMS
3621 STEEPLECHASE DR, SHERMAN, TX, 75092156 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2012Compliance through ~2042 - Elderly
LAKEVIEW PARK
1816 N STATE HWY 91, DENISON, TX, 7502076 income-restricted units16 1BR, 34 2BR, 26 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037 - Elderly
HERITAGE PARK
1816 N STATE HWY 91, DENISON, TX, 75020100 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 VILLAS OF SHERMAN
1212 W CTR ST, SHERMAN, TX, 7509293 income-restricted units of 124 total44 1BR, 80 2BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029
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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