Smith 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 | $984/mo | $886 – $1,082/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,089/mo | $980 – $1,198/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,338/mo | $1,204 – $1,472/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,793/mo | $1,614 – $1,972/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,981/mo | $1,783 – $2,179/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Smith County, TX (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Smith County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Smith County
- Tyler Housing Agency
900 W Gentry Pkwy, Tyler, TX, 75702 · 9035311303
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Smith 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 | $34,100 |
| 2 people | $38,950 |
| 3 people | $43,800 |
| 4 people | $48,650 |
| 5 people | $52,550 |
| 6 people | $56,450 |
| 7 people | $60,350 |
| 8 people | $64,250 |
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 Smith 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
LIBERTY ARMS
2601 N. BROADWAY, TYLER, TX, 75702100 income-restricted units16 1BR, 58 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052 THE VILLAGE AT MAIN
417 E MAIN ST, BULLARD, TX, 7575724 income-restricted units4 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048- Elderly
RESIDENCES AT EARL CAMPBELL
2323 FRANKSTON HWY., TYLER, TX, 7570180 income-restricted units of 92 totalBuilt 2017Compliance through ~2047 - Elderly
TRM SENIOR APARTMENTS (3 SEPARATE LOCATIONS)
815 S. ATHENA, TROUP, TX, 7616188 income-restricted units72 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 2016Compliance through ~2046 GRAND MANOR APTS
2700 N GRAND AVE, TYLER, TX, 75702120 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2014Compliance through ~2044- Elderly
PINNACLE AT NORTH CHASE
3651 N BROADWAY AVE, TYLER, TX, 75702120 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2012Compliance through ~2042 MOORE GROCERY LOFTS
410 N BROADWAY AVE, TYLER, TX, 7570288 income-restricted units24 1BR, 52 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038- Elderly
LAUREL FLATS
1208 E. HOUSTON, TYLER, TX, 7570288 income-restricted units of 89 totalBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037 - Elderly
ROSE VALLEY APTS
1007 N NW LOOP 323, TYLER, TX, 75702160 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 - Elderly
SOUTHWEST PINES APTS
3220 WALTON RD, TYLER, TX, 75701248 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 - Elderly
PARK AT SHILOH APTS
2911 SHILOH RD, TYLER, TX, 75703176 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033 PECANWOOD APTS II
502 W MAIN ST, WHITEHOUSE, TX, 7579132 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2002Compliance through ~2032PARKVIEW GARDENS TOWNHOMES
2002 BELLWOOD RD, TYLER, TX, 75701120 income-restricted units36 1BR, 48 2BR, 36 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031VILLAS OF PINE RIDGE
3110 TOWNE PARK DR, TYLER, TX, 75701111 income-restricted units of 148 total120 1BR, 28 2BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027THE COTTAGES AT MAIN
417 E MAIN ST, BULLARD, TX, 7575724 income-restricted units4 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
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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