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

Worcester, MA HUD Metro FMR Area, MA

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 Worcester, MA 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 $1,154 to a high of $1,410, with an average of $1,282.
One-bedroom: One-bedroom rental prices vary, with a minimum of $1,163, a maximum of $1,421, and an average of $1,292.
Two-bedroom: The rental rates for two-bedroom apartments exhibit a range, starting at a minimum of $1,495, peaking at a maximum of $1,827, and averaging at $1,661.
Three-bedroom: Three-bedroom rental rates exhibit a range, with a minimum of $1,807, a maximum of $2,209, and an average of $2,008.
Four-bedroom: The rental prices for four-bedroom properties fluctuate, ranging from a minimum of $1,991 to a maximum of $2,433, with an average of $2,212.

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 Worcester, MA 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 Worcester, MA HUD Metro FMR Area, MA Low Rent (90%) $1,154 $1,163 $1,495 $1,807 $1,991
Average Rent $1,282 $1,292 $1,661 $2,008 $2,212
High Rent(110%) $1,410 $1,421 $1,827 $2,209 $2,433
2023 Worcester, MA HUD Metro FMR Area, MA Low Rent (90%) $1,108 $1,145 $1,472 $1,791 $1,976
Average Rent $1,231 $1,272 $1,635 $1,990 $2,196
High Rent (110%) $1,354 $1,399 $1,799 $2,189 $2,416
2022 Worcester, MA HUD Metro FMR Area, MA Low Rent (90%) $993 $1,046 $1,342 $1,659 $1,820
Average Rent $1,103 $1,162 $1,491 $1,843 $2,022
High Rent(110%) $1,213 $1,278 $1,640 $2,027 $2,224
2021 Worcester, MA HUD Metro FMR Area, MA Low Rent (90%) $957 $1,021 $1,305 $1,624 $1,769
Average Rent $1,063 $1,134 $1,450 $1,804 $1,966
High Rent (110%) $1,169 $1,247 $1,595 $1,984 $2,163
2020 Worcester, MA HUD Metro FMR Area, MA Low Rent (90%) $912 $990 $1,258 $1,568 $1,705
Average Rent $1,013 $1,100 $1,398 $1,742 $1,894
High Rent(110%) $1,114 $1,210 $1,538 $1,916 $2,083
2019 Worcester, MA HUD Metro FMR Area, MA Low Rent (90%) $778 $851 $1,082 $1,355 $1,469
Average Rent $864 $946 $1,202 $1,506 $1,632
High Rent (110%) $950 $1,041 $1,322 $1,657 $1,795
2018 Worcester, MA HUD Metro FMR Area, MA Low Rent (90%) $765 $848 $1,073 $1,345 $1,489
Average Rent $850 $942 $1,192 $1,494 $1,654
High Rent(110%) $935 $1,036 $1,311 $1,643 $1,819
2017 Worcester, MA HUD Metro FMR Area, MA Low Rent (90%) $671 $755 $954 $1,193 $1,319
Average Rent $745 $839 $1,060 $1,326 $1,466
High Rent (110%) $820 $923 $1,166 $1,459 $1,613


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