Bristol city, VA
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 | $720/mo | $648 – $792/mo |
| 1 BR | $818/mo | $736 – $900/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,044/mo | $940 – $1,148/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,338/mo | $1,204 – $1,472/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,464/mo | $1,318 – $1,610/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Bristol city, VA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Bristol city. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Bristol city
- Bristol Redevelopment & Housing Authority
120 Hope Ln, Bristol, VA, 24201 · 2766422001
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Bristol city, 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 | $28,650 |
| 2 people | $32,750 |
| 3 people | $36,850 |
| 4 people | $40,900 |
| 5 people | $44,200 |
| 6 people | $47,450 |
| 7 people | $50,750 |
| 8 people | $54,000 |
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 Bristol city
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.
THE VILLAGE AT OAKVIEW
401 OAKVIEW AVENUE, BRISTOL, VA, 2420148 income-restricted units24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048WOODLANDS AT BRISTOL
170 SECOND ST, BRISTOL, VA, 24201136 income-restricted units38 1BR, 62 2BR, 28 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043SAPLING GROVE
609 CLINTON AVE, BRISTOL, VA, 2420126 income-restricted units6 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039RIDGECREST TOWN
2 HERITAGE DR, BRISTOL, VA, 2420172 income-restricted units39 2BR, 33 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038DOUGLAS SCHOOL
711 OAKVIEW AVE, BRISTOL, VA, 2420141 income-restricted units23 1BR, 18 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037HARBOR LANDING
800 DIXIE ST, BRISTOL, VA, 2420132 income-restricted units16 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034THOMAS JEFFERSON SENIORS
429 W MARY ST, BRISTOL, VA, 2420130 income-restricted units21 1BR, 9 2BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034
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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