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Section 8 rent in Athens-Clarke County, GA

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Athens-Clarke County, GA MSA, covering 33 ZIP codes.

$1,206Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,326Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
33ZIP 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$920$1,047$1,530$1,152
1 Bedroom$940$1,080$1,580$1,188
2 Bedrooms$1,060$1,206$1,760$1,326
3 Bedrooms$1,420$1,596$2,330$1,755
4 Bedrooms$1,550$1,745$2,500$1,919

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$2,412$28,944
Triplex3 × 2BR$3,618$43,416
Fourplex4 × 2BR$4,824$57,888
Fourplex4 × 3BR$6,384$76,608

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

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 33 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
30622 $1,580 $1,760 $2,330 $2,500
30677 $1,410 $1,570 $2,080 $2,210
30638 $1,400 $1,550 $2,060 $2,180
30645 $1,400 $1,550 $2,060 $2,180
30680 $1,350 $1,500 $1,810 $2,170
30666 $1,320 $1,460 $1,800 $2,120
30606 $1,180 $1,310 $1,740 $1,840
30621 $1,140 $1,300 $1,700 $2,020
30619 $1,150 $1,270 $1,690 $1,790
30603 $1,120 $1,240 $1,650 $1,750
30604 $1,120 $1,240 $1,650 $1,750
30608 $1,120 $1,240 $1,650 $1,750
30601 $1,080 $1,200 $1,590 $1,690
30602 $1,060 $1,170 $1,550 $1,650
30605 $1,060 $1,170 $1,550 $1,650

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Athens-Clarke County, GA?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Athens-Clarke County, GA MSA is $1,206 per month, ranging from $1,060 to $1,760 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 $1,326.
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 Athens-Clarke County, GA, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,060 to $1,760 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 Georgia?
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