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

Raleigh, NC MSA, NC

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 Raleigh, NC MSA, you can consider the following rental prices based on HUD income limits.

Efficiency:The efficiency rental rates range from a low of $1,284 to a high of $1,570, with an average of $1,427.
One-bedroom: One-bedroom rental prices vary, with a minimum of $1,319, a maximum of $1,613, and an average of $1,466.
Two-bedroom: The rental rates for two-bedroom apartments exhibit a range, starting at a minimum of $1,481, peaking at a maximum of $1,811, and averaging at $1,646.
Three-bedroom: Three-bedroom rental rates exhibit a range, with a minimum of $1,832, a maximum of $2,239, and an average of $2,035.
Four-bedroom: The rental prices for four-bedroom properties fluctuate, ranging from a minimum of $2,440 to a maximum of $2,982, with an average of $2,711.

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 Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh, NC MSA, NC Low Rent (90%) $1,284 $1,319 $1,481 $1,832 $2,440
Average Rent $1,427 $1,466 $1,646 $2,035 $2,711
High Rent(110%) $1,570 $1,613 $1,811 $2,239 $2,982
2023 Raleigh, NC MSA, NC Low Rent (90%) $1,092 $1,125 $1,271 $1,560 $2,064
Average Rent $1,213 $1,250 $1,412 $1,733 $2,293
High Rent (110%) $1,334 $1,375 $1,553 $1,906 $2,522
2022 Raleigh, NC MSA, NC Low Rent (90%) $934 $966 $1,101 $1,365 $1,784
Average Rent $1,038 $1,073 $1,223 $1,517 $1,982
High Rent(110%) $1,142 $1,180 $1,345 $1,669 $2,180
2021 Raleigh, NC MSA, NC Low Rent (90%) $912 $948 $1,080 $1,358 $1,755
Average Rent $1,013 $1,053 $1,200 $1,509 $1,950
High Rent (110%) $1,114 $1,158 $1,320 $1,660 $2,145
2020 Raleigh, NC MSA, NC Low Rent (90%) $866 $920 $1,047 $1,334 $1,706
Average Rent $962 $1,022 $1,163 $1,482 $1,895
High Rent(110%) $1,058 $1,124 $1,279 $1,630 $2,085
2019 Raleigh, NC MSA, NC Low Rent (90%) $761 $854 $977 $1,256 $1,588
Average Rent $846 $949 $1,086 $1,396 $1,764
High Rent (110%) $931 $1,044 $1,195 $1,536 $1,940
2018 Raleigh, NC MSA, NC Low Rent (90%) $667 $804 $923 $1,194 $1,490
Average Rent $741 $893 $1,026 $1,327 $1,656
High Rent(110%) $815 $982 $1,129 $1,460 $1,822
2017 Raleigh, NC MSA, NC Low Rent (90%) $626 $775 $894 $1,165 $1,433
Average Rent $695 $861 $993 $1,294 $1,592
High Rent (110%) $765 $947 $1,092 $1,423 $1,751


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