Hanover County, 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 | $1,442/mo | $1,298 – $1,586/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,507/mo | $1,356 – $1,658/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,655/mo | $1,490 – $1,821/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,072/mo | $1,865 – $2,279/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,553/mo | $2,298 – $2,808/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Hanover County, VA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Hanover County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Hanover County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Hanover 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 | $39,750 |
| 2 people | $45,400 |
| 3 people | $51,100 |
| 4 people | $56,750 |
| 5 people | $61,300 |
| 6 people | $65,850 |
| 7 people | $70,400 |
| 8 people | $74,950 |
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 Hanover 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.
OMNI PARK PLACE
101 OMNI ROAD, ASHLAND, VA, 2323661 income-restricted units52 1BR, 9 2BRBuilt 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052HARBOUR SQUARE
7102 NEW HUNTER ROAD, MECHANICSVILLE, VA, 23111100 income-restricted units86 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20219% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051ASHLAND WOODS
101 E OMNI TERRACE, ASHLAND, VA, 23005148 income-restricted units of 150 total126 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20179% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047LAUREL WOODS (ASHLAND)
211 COTTAGE GREEN DR, ASHLAND, VA, 2300540 income-restricted units8 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038PINES AT COLD HARBOR
7187 GARDEN PARK LN, MECHANICSVILLE, VA, 23111140 income-restricted units of 156 total14 1BR, 104 2BR, 38 3BRBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036ASHLAND WOODS II
1517 W OMNI CT, ASHLAND, VA, 2300575 income-restricted units63 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032ASHLAND WOODS I
119 E OMNI CT, ASHLAND, VA, 2300575 income-restricted units63 2BR, 13 3BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032BEAVERDAM CREEK
7266 COLD HARBOR RD, MECHANICSVILLE, VA, 23111120 income-restricted units96 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030HANOVER APTS
205 COTTAGE GREEN DR, ASHLAND, VA, 2300540 income-restricted units20 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029CHICKAHOMINY BLUFF
7800 SPORTING LANE, MECHANICSVILLE, VA, 23111-3111120 income-restricted units66 2BR, 54 3BRBuilt 19979% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027
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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