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Section 8 rent in Gainesville, FL

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Gainesville, FL HUD Metro FMR Area, covering 35 ZIP codes.

$1,485Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,634Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
35ZIP 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$950$1,111$1,460$1,223
1 Bedroom$990$1,230$1,630$1,353
2 Bedrooms$1,220$1,485$1,970$1,634
3 Bedrooms$1,540$1,903$2,510$2,094
4 Bedrooms$1,680$1,989$2,610$2,187

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$2,970$35,640
Triplex3 × 2BR$4,455$53,460
Fourplex4 × 2BR$5,940$71,280
Fourplex4 × 3BR$7,612$91,344

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

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 35 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
32606 $1,630 $1,970 $2,510 $2,610
32605 $1,540 $1,860 $2,370 $2,470
32669 $1,400 $1,700 $2,160 $2,250
32608 $1,380 $1,670 $2,130 $2,210
32604 $1,320 $1,600 $2,040 $2,120
32611 $1,320 $1,600 $2,040 $2,120
32614 $1,320 $1,600 $2,040 $2,120
32627 $1,320 $1,600 $2,040 $2,120
32631 $1,320 $1,600 $2,040 $2,120
32633 $1,320 $1,600 $2,040 $2,120
32635 $1,320 $1,600 $2,040 $2,120
32655 $1,320 $1,600 $2,040 $2,120
32615 $1,310 $1,580 $2,010 $2,090
32616 $1,310 $1,580 $2,010 $2,090
32607 $1,300 $1,570 $2,000 $2,080

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Gainesville, FL?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Gainesville, FL HUD Metro FMR Area is $1,485 per month, ranging from $1,220 to $1,970 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 $1,634.
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 Gainesville, FL, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,220 to $1,970 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 Florida?
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