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Section 8 rent in Flagstaff, AZ

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Flagstaff, AZ MSA, covering 34 ZIP codes.

$1,866Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$2,052Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
34ZIP Codes

Fair market rent by bedroom count

Base SAFMR across all ZIP codes in this market. Housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates.

BedroomsLowest ZIPAverageHighest ZIPAvg 110% Standard
Studio$1,310$1,467$1,810$1,614
1 Bedroom$1,390$1,588$1,960$1,747
2 Bedrooms$1,680$1,866$2,340$2,052
3 Bedrooms$2,030$2,284$2,820$2,512
4 Bedrooms$2,370$2,617$3,300$2,879

Small multifamily Section 8 income

Estimated gross monthly and annual rent for 2-to-4 unit properties, assuming every unit is rented to Section 8 at this market's average fair market rent. Small multifamily is a favorite for long-term buy-and-hold investors stacking stable voucher income across multiple doors.

Property TypeUnit MixGross Monthly RentGross Annual Rent
Duplex2 × 2BR$3,732$44,784
Triplex3 × 2BR$5,598$67,176
Fourplex4 × 2BR$7,464$89,568
Fourplex4 × 3BR$9,136$109,632

Gross scheduled rent before vacancy, maintenance and management. Run any Arizona multifamily listing through RealG to model it against real operating costs, or try the rental property calculator.

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 34 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
86024 $1,930 $2,340 $2,820 $3,300
86018 $1,900 $2,310 $2,790 $3,260
86001 $1,960 $2,220 $2,720 $3,050
86011 $1,960 $2,220 $2,720 $3,050
86015 $1,920 $2,180 $2,670 $3,000
86038 $1,800 $2,170 $2,620 $3,070
86004 $1,810 $2,050 $2,510 $2,810
86003 $1,760 $2,000 $2,450 $2,740
86005 $1,720 $1,950 $2,390 $2,680
86002 $1,710 $1,940 $2,380 $2,660
86016 $1,710 $1,940 $2,380 $2,660
86023 $1,710 $1,940 $2,380 $2,660
86036 $1,710 $1,940 $2,380 $2,660
86052 $1,710 $1,940 $2,380 $2,660
86339 $1,710 $1,940 $2,380 $2,660

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Flagstaff, AZ?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Flagstaff, AZ MSA is $1,866 per month, ranging from $1,680 to $2,340 depending on ZIP code. Local housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates, so the average 2-bedroom payment standard can reach $2,052.
What is a Small Area Fair Market Rent (SAFMR)?
SAFMRs are fair market rents that HUD publishes at the ZIP code level instead of one rate for a whole metro area. They reflect what modest rental housing actually costs in each ZIP, which means higher payment standards in more expensive neighborhoods. Housing choice voucher payments in this market are based on these rates.
Why do rents vary so much between ZIP codes here?
In Flagstaff, AZ, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,680 to $2,340 per month. HUD sets each ZIP's rate from local rent data, so neighborhoods with stronger rental markets get higher voucher payment standards. For investors, the spread matters: the same house price can produce very different Section 8 rents a few ZIP codes apart.
How do I find Section 8 investment properties in Arizona?
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