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Section 8 rent in Dover, DE

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Dover, DE MSA, covering 21 ZIP codes.

$1,504Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,654Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
21ZIP 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$1,000$1,178$1,430$1,295
1 Bedroom$1,010$1,190$1,450$1,309
2 Bedrooms$1,240$1,504$1,820$1,654
3 Bedrooms$1,740$2,078$2,500$2,285
4 Bedrooms$1,940$2,299$2,750$2,529

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$3,008$36,096
Triplex3 × 2BR$4,512$54,144
Fourplex4 × 2BR$6,016$72,192
Fourplex4 × 3BR$8,312$99,744

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

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 21 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
19938 $1,450 $1,820 $2,500 $2,750
19955 $1,450 $1,820 $2,500 $2,750
19977 $1,310 $1,640 $2,230 $2,460
19934 $1,290 $1,630 $2,270 $2,490
19979 $1,290 $1,630 $2,270 $2,490
19964 $1,250 $1,590 $2,180 $2,470
19901 $1,200 $1,520 $2,120 $2,320
19902 $1,200 $1,520 $2,120 $2,320
19903 $1,180 $1,490 $2,080 $2,270
19961 $1,180 $1,490 $2,080 $2,270
19946 $1,170 $1,480 $2,060 $2,260
19950 $1,130 $1,470 $1,900 $2,300
19980 $1,160 $1,460 $2,040 $2,230
19904 $1,140 $1,440 $2,010 $2,200
19962 $1,140 $1,440 $2,010 $2,200

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Dover, DE?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Dover, DE MSA is $1,504 per month, ranging from $1,240 to $1,820 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 $1,654.
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 Dover, DE, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,240 to $1,820 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 Delaware?
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