Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Auth
23372 Front St, Accomac, VA, 23301 · ~570 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Accomac, VA (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Accomack County
Who this agency serves
Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Auth served 473 households across 570 units (83% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.0 people, an average annual income of $16,695, and pays an average of $396 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 473 of 570 units
- Avg. household income
- $16,695
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $396
- Avg. household size
- 2.0 people
- Households with children
- 36%
- Head of household 62+
- 42%
- Head of household with a disability
- 58%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 8 months
Unit mix: 25% 1-bedroom, 38% 2-bedroom, 38% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Auth, 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 (the Extremely Low Income limit) for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $28,000 |
| 2 people | $32,000 |
| 3 people | $36,000 |
| 4 people | $39,950 |
| 5 people | $43,150 |
| 6 people | $46,350 |
| 7 people | $49,550 |
| 8 people | $52,750 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary. Contact Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Auth directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Accomac, VA
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.
PINE STREET
6 CARTER STREET, ONANCOCK, VA, 2341730 income-restricted units10 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047- 26 income-restricted units4 1BR, 11 2BR, 11 3BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043
ACCOMACK MANOR
26463 METOMPKIN RD, PARKSLEY, VA, 2342190 income-restricted units76 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037ONANCOCK SQUARE
173 JACOB ST, ONANCOCK, VA, 2341740 income-restricted units16 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037ACCOMACK SENIOR VILLAGE
4 BOUNDARY AVE, ONANCOCK, VA, 2341733 income-restricted units33 1BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032
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 →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Auth directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.