Braxton County, WV
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 | $660/mo | $594 – $726/mo |
| 1 BR | $665/mo | $599 – $732/mo |
| 2 BR | $869/mo | $782 – $956/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,147/mo | $1,032 – $1,262/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,311/mo | $1,180 – $1,442/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Braxton County, WV (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Braxton 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 Braxton 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 Braxton 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 | $26,300 |
| 2 people | $30,050 |
| 3 people | $33,800 |
| 4 people | $37,550 |
| 5 people | $40,600 |
| 6 people | $43,600 |
| 7 people | $46,600 |
| 8 people | $49,600 |
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 Braxton 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.
DEER FOREST APARTMENTS
380 ENTERPRISE DRIVE, GASSAWAY, WV, 2662432 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20244% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054SUTTON SCHOOL APARTMENTS
411 NORTH HILL ROAD, SUTTON, WV, 2660123 income-restricted units15 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046DEER FOREST APTS
152 ENTERPRISE DR, GASSAWAY, WV, 2662432 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033BRAXTON MANOR APTS II
850 STATE ST, GASSAWAY, WV, 2662424 income-restricted units21 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024
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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