Rockingham 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 | $1,050/mo | $945 – $1,155/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,057/mo | $951 – $1,163/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,322/mo | $1,190 – $1,454/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,801/mo | $1,621 – $1,981/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,125/mo | $1,913 – $2,338/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Rockingham County, VA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Rockingham 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 Rockingham 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 Rockingham 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 | $34,200 |
| 2 people | $39,100 |
| 3 people | $44,000 |
| 4 people | $48,850 |
| 5 people | $52,800 |
| 6 people | $56,700 |
| 7 people | $60,600 |
| 8 people | $64,500 |
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 Rockingham 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.
ELKMONT MANOR
101 ELKMONT DR, ELKTON, VA, 2282744 income-restricted units19 1BR, 25 2BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044GROTTOES MANOR
709 AUGUSTA AVE, GROTTOES, VA, 2444146 income-restricted units32 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044GROTTOES III
709B AUGUSTA AVE, GROTTOES, VA, 2444126 income-restricted units2 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032GROTTOES II
709A AUGUSTA AVE, GROTTOES, VA, 2444134 income-restricted units2 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031HIGHLANDS II
187 LEE JACKSON CT, BROADWAY, VA, 2281524 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031SPRINGBROOK PLACE
233 ALGER LN, BROADWAY, VA, 2281538 income-restricted units38 1BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030HIGHLANDS I
185 LEE JACKSON CT, BROADWAY, VA, 2281538 income-restricted units4 1BR, 26 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030CHESTNUT RIDGE II
199 CHESTNUT RIDGE DR, HARRISONBURG, VA, 2280148 income-restricted units36 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029CAMBRIDGE COURT
1203 RANDALL RD, GROTTOES, VA, 2444139 income-restricted units39 1BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029CHESTNUT RIDGE I
181 CHESTNUT RIDGE DR, HARRISONBURG, VA, 22801100 income-restricted units80 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028
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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