Stafford 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 | $1,953/mo | $1,758 – $2,148/mo |
| 1 BR | $2,015/mo | $1,814 – $2,217/mo |
| 2 BR | $2,246/mo | $2,021 – $2,471/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,835/mo | $2,552 – $3,119/mo |
| 4 BR | $3,332/mo | $2,999 – $3,665/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Stafford County, VA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Stafford 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 Stafford 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 Stafford 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 | $58,150 |
| 2 people | $66,450 |
| 3 people | $74,750 |
| 4 people | $83,050 |
| 5 people | $89,700 |
| 6 people | $96,350 |
| 7 people | $103,000 |
| 8 people | $109,650 |
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 Stafford 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.
POTOMAC CREST
1630 POTOMAC CREST CIRCLE, STAFFORD, VA, 22554144 income-restricted units32 1BR, 68 2BR, 44 3BRBuilt 20239% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053AQUIA FIFTEEN AT TOWNE CENTER
475 AQUIA TOWNE CENTER DRIVE, STAFFORD, VA, 22554256 income-restricted units56 1BR, 176 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20179% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047GARDENS OF STAFFORD SENIORS
2191 MOUNTAIN VIEW RD, STAFFORD, VA, 22556150 income-restricted units75 1BR, 75 2BRBuilt 20089% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038ENGLAND RUN NORTH I
18 NEWCASTLE PL, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22406204 income-restricted units60 2BR, 144 3BRBuilt 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035ENGLISH OAKS
11 DARLINGTON WAY, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22406119 income-restricted units23 1BR, 96 2BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033CRESCENT POINTE
414 MALVERN HILL CT, STAFFORD, VA, 2255499 income-restricted units99 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033ENGLAND RUN NORTH TOWNHOMES
2 SONDRA LN, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22406120 income-restricted units48 2BR, 72 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032SKY TERRACE
412 FRASIER DR, STAFFORD, VA, 22556141 income-restricted units of 187 total27 2BR, 130 3BR, 30 4BR+Built 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032ENGLAND RUN NORTH II
18 NEWCASTLE PL, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22406136 income-restricted units40 2BR, 96 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030STONEGATE AT LIBERTY PLACE
20 STONEGATE PL, STAFFORD, VA, 22554180 income-restricted units120 2BR, 60 3BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030PARK RIDGE TOWNHOMES
86 PARK COVE DR, STAFFORD, VA, 2255494 income-restricted units94 3BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029VILLAGE AT ENGLAND RUN
210 NOBLE CT, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22406108 income-restricted units36 2BR, 54 3BR, 18 4BR+Built 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029VINE PLACE III
100 EDGEMERE CT, STAFFORD, VA, 2255442 income-restricted units30 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 19989% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028STAFFORD LAKES
109 STONEHAVEN DR, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22406150 income-restricted units114 2BR, 36 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027VINE PLACE II
1203 PROVIDENCE ST, STAFFORD, VA, 22554172 income-restricted units160 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026
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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