The PHA sets a payment standard ranging from 90% to 110% of the Fair Market Rents (FMRs).

Chico, CA MSA, CA

In the year 2024, as a landlord, if you're looking to rent your property to a Section 8 tenant or another housing voucher program in Chico, CA MSA, you can consider the following rental prices based on HUD income limits.

Efficiency:The efficiency rental rates range from a low of $944 to a high of $1,154, with an average of $1,049.
One-bedroom: One-bedroom rental prices vary, with a minimum of $982, a maximum of $1,200, and an average of $1,091.
Two-bedroom: The rental rates for two-bedroom apartments exhibit a range, starting at a minimum of $1,285, peaking at a maximum of $1,571, and averaging at $1,428.
Three-bedroom: Three-bedroom rental rates exhibit a range, with a minimum of $1,811, a maximum of $2,213, and an average of $2,012.
Four-bedroom: The rental prices for four-bedroom properties fluctuate, ranging from a minimum of $2,181 to a maximum of $2,665, with an average of $2,423.

The fair market rent mentioned already includes all utilities. If a landlord chooses not to provide utility coverage, they can subtract the utility costs from the rent to determine the adjusted rental price.

Each housing authority establishes its own rental rates, so you should check the pricing set by that specific housing authority to determine the maximum amount they can offer. It's advisable to adhere to their pricing guidelines.

To apply for Section 8 housing, you can check your income against the Chico, CA MSA Housing Choice voucher income limit to determine your eligibility.

HUD's Fair Market Rent guides Section 8 rates for your rental unit.

Year Area HUD Fair Market Rent Bedrooms
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom
2024 Chico, CA MSA, CA Low Rent (90%) $944 $982 $1,285 $1,811 $2,181
Average Rent $1,049 $1,091 $1,428 $2,012 $2,423
High Rent(110%) $1,154 $1,200 $1,571 $2,213 $2,665
2023 Chico, CA MSA, CA Low Rent (90%) $804 $847 $1,115 $1,585 $1,899
Average Rent $893 $941 $1,239 $1,761 $2,110
High Rent (110%) $982 $1,035 $1,363 $1,937 $2,321
2022 Chico, CA MSA, CA Low Rent (90%) $743 $806 $1,059 $1,496 $1,814
Average Rent $826 $895 $1,177 $1,662 $2,015
High Rent(110%) $909 $985 $1,295 $1,828 $2,217
2021 Chico, CA MSA, CA Low Rent (90%) $743 $814 $1,073 $1,523 $1,858
Average Rent $825 $904 $1,192 $1,692 $2,064
High Rent (110%) $908 $994 $1,311 $1,861 $2,270
2020 Chico, CA MSA, CA Low Rent (90%) $685 $758 $981 $1,410 $1,693
Average Rent $761 $842 $1,090 $1,567 $1,881
High Rent(110%) $837 $926 $1,199 $1,724 $2,069
2019 Chico, CA MSA, CA Low Rent (90%) $727 $805 $1,030 $1,489 $1,729
Average Rent $808 $894 $1,144 $1,654 $1,921
High Rent (110%) $889 $983 $1,258 $1,819 $2,113
2018 Chico, CA MSA, CA Low Rent (90%) $641 $707 $893 $1,299 $1,520
Average Rent $712 $785 $992 $1,443 $1,689
High Rent(110%) $783 $864 $1,091 $1,587 $1,858
2017 Chico, CA MSA, CA Low Rent (90%) $590 $656 $831 $1,210 $1,453
Average Rent $656 $729 $923 $1,344 $1,614
High Rent (110%) $722 $802 $1,015 $1,478 $1,775


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