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Section 8 rent in Punta Gorda, FL

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Punta Gorda, FL MSA, covering 20 ZIP codes.

$1,538Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,692Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
20ZIP 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$990$1,209$1,630$1,329
1 Bedroom$1,010$1,228$1,640$1,351
2 Bedrooms$1,250$1,538$2,060$1,692
3 Bedrooms$1,760$2,143$2,890$2,357
4 Bedrooms$2,080$2,392$3,170$2,631

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$3,076$36,912
Triplex3 × 2BR$4,614$55,368
Fourplex4 × 2BR$6,152$73,824
Fourplex4 × 3BR$8,572$102,864

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 20 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
33953 $1,640 $2,060 $2,890 $3,170
33954 $1,480 $1,870 $2,620 $2,880
33921 $1,380 $1,740 $2,440 $2,680
33981 $1,380 $1,740 $2,440 $2,680
33955 $1,340 $1,680 $2,320 $2,550
33946 $1,260 $1,580 $2,210 $2,640
33947 $1,250 $1,570 $2,200 $2,410
33950 $1,230 $1,550 $2,170 $2,380
33948 $1,220 $1,540 $2,160 $2,370
34223 $1,290 $1,520 $2,020 $2,390
33917 $1,200 $1,510 $1,980 $2,250
33983 $1,180 $1,480 $2,070 $2,280
33938 $1,160 $1,460 $2,050 $2,240
33949 $1,160 $1,460 $2,050 $2,240
33951 $1,160 $1,460 $2,050 $2,240

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Punta Gorda, FL?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Punta Gorda, FL MSA is $1,538 per month, ranging from $1,250 to $2,060 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 $1,692.
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 Punta Gorda, FL, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,250 to $2,060 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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