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

Litchfield County, CT, CT

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 Litchfield County, CT, you can consider the following rental prices based on HUD income limits.

Efficiency:The efficiency rental rates range from a low of $905 to a high of $1,107, with an average of $1,006.
One-bedroom: One-bedroom rental prices vary, with a minimum of $1,044, a maximum of $1,276, and an average of $1,160.
Two-bedroom: The rental rates for two-bedroom apartments exhibit a range, starting at a minimum of $1,336, peaking at a maximum of $1,632, and averaging at $1,484.
Three-bedroom: Three-bedroom rental rates exhibit a range, with a minimum of $1,637, a maximum of $2,001, and an average of $1,819.
Four-bedroom: The rental prices for four-bedroom properties fluctuate, ranging from a minimum of $1,822 to a maximum of $2,226, with an average of $2,024.

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 Litchfield County, CT 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 Litchfield County, CT, CT Low Rent (90%) $905 $1,044 $1,336 $1,637 $1,822
Average Rent $1,006 $1,160 $1,484 $1,819 $2,024
High Rent(110%) $1,107 $1,276 $1,632 $2,001 $2,226
2023 Litchfield County, CT, CT Low Rent (90%) $833 $960 $1,246 $1,516 $1,673
Average Rent $925 $1,067 $1,384 $1,684 $1,859
High Rent (110%) $1,018 $1,174 $1,522 $1,852 $2,045
2022 Litchfield County, CT, CT Low Rent (90%) $765 $883 $1,152 $1,424 $1,562
Average Rent $850 $981 $1,280 $1,582 $1,736
High Rent(110%) $935 $1,079 $1,408 $1,740 $1,910
2021 Litchfield County, CT, CT Low Rent (90%) $725 $855 $1,100 $1,373 $1,491
Average Rent $806 $950 $1,222 $1,525 $1,657
High Rent (110%) $887 $1,045 $1,344 $1,678 $1,823
2020 Litchfield County, CT, CT Low Rent (90%) $693 $824 $1,062 $1,352 $1,439
Average Rent $770 $916 $1,180 $1,502 $1,599
High Rent(110%) $847 $1,008 $1,298 $1,652 $1,759
2019 Litchfield County, CT, CT Low Rent (90%) $660 $802 $1,027 $1,304 $1,388
Average Rent $733 $891 $1,141 $1,449 $1,542
High Rent (110%) $806 $980 $1,255 $1,594 $1,696
2018 Litchfield County, CT, CT Low Rent (90%) $627 $769 $983 $1,247 $1,338
Average Rent $697 $854 $1,092 $1,385 $1,487
High Rent(110%) $767 $939 $1,201 $1,524 $1,636
2017 Litchfield County, CT, CT Low Rent (90%) $626 $781 $986 $1,260 $1,358
Average Rent $695 $868 $1,095 $1,400 $1,509
High Rent (110%) $765 $955 $1,205 $1,540 $1,660


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