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

Richmond, VA MSA, VA

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 Richmond, VA MSA, you can consider the following rental prices based on HUD income limits.

Efficiency:The efficiency rental rates range from a low of $1,195 to a high of $1,461, with an average of $1,328.
One-bedroom: One-bedroom rental prices vary, with a minimum of $1,229, a maximum of $1,502, and an average of $1,365.
Two-bedroom: The rental rates for two-bedroom apartments exhibit a range, starting at a minimum of $1,379, peaking at a maximum of $1,685, and averaging at $1,532.
Three-bedroom: Three-bedroom rental rates exhibit a range, with a minimum of $1,763, a maximum of $2,155, and an average of $1,959.
Four-bedroom: The rental prices for four-bedroom properties fluctuate, ranging from a minimum of $2,154 to a maximum of $2,632, with an average of $2,393.

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 Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA MSA, VA Low Rent (90%) $1,195 $1,229 $1,379 $1,763 $2,154
Average Rent $1,328 $1,365 $1,532 $1,959 $2,393
High Rent(110%) $1,461 $1,502 $1,685 $2,155 $2,632
2023 Richmond, VA MSA, VA Low Rent (90%) $1,041 $1,065 $1,202 $1,554 $1,890
Average Rent $1,157 $1,183 $1,336 $1,727 $2,100
High Rent (110%) $1,273 $1,301 $1,470 $1,900 $2,310
2022 Richmond, VA MSA, VA Low Rent (90%) $920 $940 $1,070 $1,400 $1,678
Average Rent $1,022 $1,044 $1,189 $1,556 $1,864
High Rent(110%) $1,124 $1,148 $1,308 $1,712 $2,050
2021 Richmond, VA MSA, VA Low Rent (90%) $894 $918 $1,047 $1,384 $1,656
Average Rent $993 $1,020 $1,163 $1,538 $1,840
High Rent (110%) $1,092 $1,122 $1,279 $1,692 $2,024
2020 Richmond, VA MSA, VA Low Rent (90%) $809 $839 $955 $1,269 $1,517
Average Rent $899 $932 $1,061 $1,410 $1,686
High Rent(110%) $989 $1,025 $1,167 $1,551 $1,855
2019 Richmond, VA MSA, VA Low Rent (90%) $800 $839 $960 $1,279 $1,542
Average Rent $889 $932 $1,067 $1,421 $1,713
High Rent (110%) $978 $1,025 $1,174 $1,563 $1,884
2018 Richmond, VA MSA, VA Low Rent (90%) $778 $816 $938 $1,247 $1,516
Average Rent $864 $907 $1,042 $1,386 $1,684
High Rent(110%) $950 $998 $1,146 $1,525 $1,852
2017 Richmond, VA MSA, VA Low Rent (90%) $747 $784 $905 $1,199 $1,461
Average Rent $830 $871 $1,005 $1,332 $1,623
High Rent (110%) $913 $958 $1,106 $1,465 $1,785


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