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

Somerset County, MD HUD Metro FMR Area, MD

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 Somerset County, MD HUD Metro FMR Area, you can consider the following rental prices based on HUD income limits.

Efficiency:The efficiency rental rates range from a low of $749 to a high of $915, with an average of $832.
One-bedroom: One-bedroom rental prices vary, with a minimum of $753, a maximum of $921, and an average of $837.
Two-bedroom: The rental rates for two-bedroom apartments exhibit a range, starting at a minimum of $990, peaking at a maximum of $1,210, and averaging at $1,100.
Three-bedroom: Three-bedroom rental rates exhibit a range, with a minimum of $1,312, a maximum of $1,604, and an average of $1,458.
Four-bedroom: The rental prices for four-bedroom properties fluctuate, ranging from a minimum of $1,319 to a maximum of $1,612, with an average of $1,465.

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 Somerset County, MD HUD Metro FMR Area 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 Somerset County, MD HUD Metro FMR Area, MD Low Rent (90%) $749 $753 $990 $1,312 $1,319
Average Rent $832 $837 $1,100 $1,458 $1,465
High Rent(110%) $915 $921 $1,210 $1,604 $1,612
2023 Somerset County, MD HUD Metro FMR Area, MD Low Rent (90%) $627 $631 $831 $1,112 $1,116
Average Rent $697 $701 $923 $1,235 $1,240
High Rent (110%) $767 $771 $1,015 $1,359 $1,364
2022 Somerset County, MD HUD Metro FMR Area, MD Low Rent (90%) $550 $583 $713 $963 $988
Average Rent $611 $648 $792 $1,070 $1,098
High Rent(110%) $672 $713 $871 $1,177 $1,208
2021 Somerset County, MD HUD Metro FMR Area, MD Low Rent (90%) $513 $599 $688 $984 $1,097
Average Rent $570 $666 $764 $1,093 $1,219
High Rent (110%) $627 $733 $840 $1,202 $1,341
2020 Somerset County, MD HUD Metro FMR Area, MD Low Rent (90%) $451 $582 $666 $927 $1,036
Average Rent $501 $647 $740 $1,030 $1,151
High Rent(110%) $551 $712 $814 $1,133 $1,266
2019 Somerset County, MD HUD Metro FMR Area, MD Low Rent (90%) $497 $646 $740 $996 $1,000
Average Rent $552 $718 $822 $1,107 $1,111
High Rent (110%) $607 $790 $904 $1,218 $1,222
2018 Somerset County, MD HUD Metro FMR Area, MD Low Rent (90%) $455 $598 $687 $971 $975
Average Rent $505 $664 $763 $1,079 $1,083
High Rent(110%) $556 $730 $839 $1,187 $1,191
2017 Somerset County, MD HUD Metro FMR Area, MD Low Rent (90%) $446 $572 $661 $943 $947
Average Rent $496 $636 $734 $1,048 $1,052
High Rent (110%) $546 $700 $807 $1,153 $1,157


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