James City County Office of Housing
5320 Palmer Ln Ste 1A, Williamsburg, VA, 23188 · ~195 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Williamsburg, 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: James City County
Who this agency serves
James City County Office of Housing served 143 households across 195 units (73% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.5 people, an average annual income of $19,264, and pays an average of $486 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 143 of 195 units
- Avg. household income
- $19,264
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $486
- Avg. household size
- 2.5 people
- Households with children
- 49%
- Head of household 62+
- 21%
- Head of household with a disability
- 55%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 59 months
Unit mix: 12% 1-bedroom, 46% 2-bedroom, 42% 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 James City County Office of Housing, 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 | $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. Contact James City County Office of Housing directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Williamsburg, 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.
ROLLING MEADOWS
4906 GRAND STRAND DRIVE, WILLIAMSBURG, VA, 23188200 income-restricted units150 2BRBuilt 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045BURNT ORDINARY VILLAGE
3318 TOANO DR, TOANO, VA, 2316822 income-restricted units22 1BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043BURNT ORDINARY
7900 LYNN CIR, TOANO, VA, 2316880 income-restricted units32 1BR, 48 2BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039LAFAYETTE VILLAGE ELDERLY
105 LAFAYETTE BLVD, WILLIAMSBURG, VA, 2318832 income-restricted units32 1BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038LAFAYETTE VILLAGE FAMILY
110 LAFAYETTE BLVD, WILLIAMSBURG, VA, 23188112 income-restricted units30 1BR, 82 2BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038LAFAYETTE SQUARE
121 LAFAYETTE BLVD, WILLIAMSBURG, VA, 23188106 income-restricted units20 1BR, 56 2BR, 30 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038STATION AT NORGE
7730 CROAKER RD, WILLIAMSBURG, VA, 23188104 income-restricted units72 2BR, 32 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037LONGHILL GROVE
3800 HILL GROVE LN, WILLIAMSBURG, VA, 23188170 income-restricted units84 2BR, 86 3BRBuilt 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035- 48 income-restricted units48 2BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031
- 6 income-restricted units6 2BRBuilt 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 →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact James City County Office of Housing 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.