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Section 8 rent in Fresno, CA

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Fresno, CA MSA, covering 96 ZIP codes.

$1,529Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,682Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
96ZIP 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$1,040$1,224$2,110$1,346
1 Bedroom$1,050$1,236$2,140$1,359
2 Bedrooms$1,300$1,529$2,600$1,682
3 Bedrooms$1,830$2,143$3,600$2,357
4 Bedrooms$2,100$2,455$3,960$2,701

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$3,058$36,696
Triplex3 × 2BR$4,587$55,044
Fourplex4 × 2BR$6,116$73,392
Fourplex4 × 3BR$8,572$102,864

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

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 96 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
93210 $2,140 $2,600 $3,600 $3,960
93611 $1,830 $2,260 $3,170 $3,630
93619 $1,830 $2,260 $3,170 $3,630
93723 $1,830 $2,260 $3,170 $3,630
93730 $1,830 $2,260 $3,170 $3,630
93720 $1,800 $2,220 $3,110 $3,560
93626 $1,650 $2,060 $2,890 $3,310
93737 $1,620 $2,000 $2,800 $3,210
93651 $1,480 $1,830 $2,560 $2,940
93711 $1,470 $1,820 $2,550 $2,920
93667 $1,440 $1,780 $2,490 $2,860
93605 $1,400 $1,730 $2,420 $2,780
93704 $1,330 $1,650 $2,310 $2,650
93612 $1,290 $1,590 $2,230 $2,550
93741 $1,270 $1,570 $2,200 $2,530

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Fresno, CA?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Fresno, CA MSA is $1,529 per month, ranging from $1,300 to $2,600 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 $1,682.
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 Fresno, CA, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,300 to $2,600 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 California?
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