Harrison 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 | $770/mo | $693 – $847/mo |
| 1 BR | $843/mo | $759 – $927/mo |
| 2 BR | $955/mo | $860 – $1,051/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,264/mo | $1,138 – $1,390/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,466/mo | $1,319 – $1,613/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Harrison County, WV (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Harrison County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Harrison County
- Clarksburg/Harrison Housing Authority
433 Baltimore Ave, Clarksburg, WV, 26301 · 3046233322
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Harrison 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 | $29,850 |
| 2 people | $34,100 |
| 3 people | $38,350 |
| 4 people | $42,600 |
| 5 people | $46,050 |
| 6 people | $49,450 |
| 7 people | $52,850 |
| 8 people | $56,250 |
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 Harrison 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.
GLEN ELK APARTMENTS
309 MAYO STREET, CLARKSBURG, WV, 2630136 income-restricted units22 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049THE PALACE ON MAIN
168 WEST MAIN STREET, CLARKSBURG, WV, 2630140 income-restricted units27 1BR, 7 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048RESERVE AT ROSEBUD AKA RESERVE AT OAK SPRING
100 OAK SPRING COURT, CLARKSBURG, WV, 2630135 income-restricted units9 2BR, 26 3BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046CHELSEA GREENE
28 ROOSEVELT ST, SHINNSTON, WV, 2643132 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20144% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044HICKORY VIEW TOWNHOUSES
HICKORY VIEW WAY, SHINNSTON, WV50 income-restricted units34 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043VIRGINIA WAY LP
725 VIRGINIA WAY, SHINNSTON, WV, 2643132 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040BARBARA HEIGHTS APTS
811 BARBARA HEIGHTS DR, SHINNSTON, WV, 2643148 income-restricted units6 1BR, 32 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037STONEWALL GARDENS APTS
1 STONE LN, BRIDGEPORT, WV, 2633044 income-restricted units20 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20044% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034LINCOLN APTS
500 LINCOLN DR, SHINNSTON, WV32 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033BRIER VIEW APTS
1049 BRIARVIEW DR, BRIDGEPORT, WV, 2633048 income-restricted units39 2BR, 8 3BR, 1 4BR+Built 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032WILLOW GREENE
200 EMMY LU LN, BRIDGEPORT, WV, 2633049 income-restricted units of 50 total8 1BR, 26 2BR, 8 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031LOCUST VIEW APTS
LOCUST VIEW DR, CLARKSBURG, WV36 income-restricted units36 2BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029MAPLE VIEW APTS
1 MAPLE VIEW DR, CLARKSBURG, WV, 2630144 income-restricted units32 2BR, 12 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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