Roanoke 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 | $1,004/mo | $904 – $1,104/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,053/mo | $948 – $1,158/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,254/mo | $1,129 – $1,379/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,743/mo | $1,569 – $1,917/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,104/mo | $1,894 – $2,314/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Roanoke County, VA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Roanoke 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 Roanoke 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 Roanoke 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 | $34,500 |
| 2 people | $39,400 |
| 3 people | $44,350 |
| 4 people | $49,250 |
| 5 people | $53,200 |
| 6 people | $57,150 |
| 7 people | $61,100 |
| 8 people | $65,050 |
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 Roanoke 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.
PETERS CREEK I + II
7266 BARRENS RD., ROANOKE, VA, 24019168 income-restricted units120 2BR, 48 3BRBuilt 20179% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047VILLAGES AT GARST CREEK
4305 GARST MILL RD, ROANOKE, VA, 24018494 income-restricted units of 504 total169 1BR, 328 2BR, 7 3BRBuilt 20099% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039PETER'S CREEK III
7390 S BARRENS RD, ROANOKE, VA, 2401924 income-restricted units12 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037PETER'S CREEK I
7266 S BARRENS RD, ROANOKE, VA, 24019120 income-restricted units96 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034PETER'S CREEK II
7301 S BARRENS RD, ROANOKE, VA, 2401948 income-restricted units24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 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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