Portsmouth 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 | $1,492/mo | $1,343 – $1,641/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,512/mo | $1,361 – $1,663/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,713/mo | $1,542 – $1,884/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,376/mo | $2,138 – $2,614/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,797/mo | $2,517 – $3,077/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Portsmouth city, VA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Portsmouth city. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Portsmouth city
- Portsmouth Redevelopment & Housing Authority
3116 South St, Portsmouth, VA, 23707 · 7573995261
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Portsmouth 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 | $37,700 |
| 2 people | $43,100 |
| 3 people | $48,500 |
| 4 people | $53,850 |
| 5 people | $58,200 |
| 6 people | $62,500 |
| 7 people | $66,800 |
| 8 people | $71,100 |
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 Portsmouth 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.
LEXINGTON PLACE PHASE I
1 LEXINGTON DRIVE, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370472 income-restricted units10 1BR, 47 2BR, 15 3BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051HOLLEY POINTE
622 EFFINGHAM ST, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370450 income-restricted units40 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051DALE HOMES PHASE II
2300 COLUMBUS AVENUE, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23704150 income-restricted units32 1BR, 72 2BR, 46 3BRBuilt 20189% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048DALE HOMES - PHASE I
2300 COLUMBUS AVENUE, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23704146 income-restricted units38 1BR, 70 2BR, 30 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 20179% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047MALVERN HILLS
426 KING STREET, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23704-361055 income-restricted units55 1BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045WESTBURY COTTAGES
GOODWIN + SOUTH STREET, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370416 income-restricted units16 1BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045HOPE VILLAGE
611 SIXTH STREET, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370448 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045HAMILTON PLACE PHASE II
3401 TURNPIKE RD, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370784 income-restricted units13 1BR, 59 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043SEABOARD SQUARE I
217 WILSON DR, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23707121 income-restricted units34 1BR, 61 2BR, 26 3BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042LONDON OAKS
2680 HIGH ST, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23707296 income-restricted units48 1BR, 144 2BR, 74 3BR, 30 4BR+Built 2012Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2042SOUTHSIDE GARDENS
607 JEFFERSON ST, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23704134 income-restricted units68 2BR, 50 3BR, 16 4BR+Built 2012Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2042SOUTH BAY
1600 S ST, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370460 income-restricted units of 61 total61 studioBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041PHOEBUS SQUARE
602 PHOEBUS ST, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23704122 income-restricted units1 studio, 121 1BRBuilt 20119% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041HAMILTON PLACE PHASE I
3401 TURNPIKE RD, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370784 income-restricted units12 1BR, 61 2BR, 11 3BRBuilt 20119% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041EFFINGHAM PLAZA
715 MADISON ST, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23704177 income-restricted units of 178 total146 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040- 120 income-restricted units76 2BR, 44 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039
CRESCENT PLACE
2804 TURNPIKE RD, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23707156 income-restricted units16 1BR, 104 2BR, 36 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038KING SQUARE
606 PHOEBUS ST, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370457 income-restricted units8 1BR, 34 2BR, 15 3BRBuilt 20089% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038INDEPENDENCE SQUARE
5120 GEORGE WASHINGTON HWY, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23702152 income-restricted units33 1BR, 106 2BR, 13 3BRBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036WESTBURY 3A
1325 CNTY ST, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370459 income-restricted units20 1BR, 21 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036ANSELL GARDENS
303 ANSELL AVE, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370278 income-restricted units78 2BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035VICTORY SQUARE SENIORS
900 CNTY ST, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23704112 income-restricted units98 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035WHISPERING OAKS
2507 OAKLEAF PL, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23707180 income-restricted units28 1BR, 122 2BR, 30 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035SHEA TERRACE SENIOR
253 CONSTITUTION AVE, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370421 income-restricted units17 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034PINE STREET VILLAGE
711 BISMARCK MYRICK ST, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370458 income-restricted units10 1BR, 36 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032MALLARD COVE
840 LANCER DR, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23701160 income-restricted units80 2BR, 80 3BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032STONE RIDGE
6200 HIGHTOWER RD, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23703207 income-restricted units39 1BR, 100 2BR, 68 3BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031VICTORY VILLAGE
2304 VICTORY BOULEVARD, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23702-0000111 income-restricted units of 112 total84 2BR, 28 3BRBuilt 19989% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028ARBOUR REACH
3602 TEJO LN, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370392 income-restricted units92 2BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028COMMONS AT GREENWOOD
205 BEDFORD CT, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 2370136 income-restricted units of 52 total36 2BRBuilt 19954% 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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