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Section 8 rent in Gainesville, GA

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Gainesville, GA MSA, covering 22 ZIP codes.

$1,482Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,631Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
22ZIP 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$970$1,175$2,040$1,292
1 Bedroom$1,060$1,332$2,130$1,465
2 Bedrooms$1,180$1,482$2,360$1,631
3 Bedrooms$1,460$1,806$2,840$1,987
4 Bedrooms$1,740$2,085$3,400$2,293

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$2,964$35,568
Triplex3 × 2BR$4,446$53,352
Fourplex4 × 2BR$5,928$71,136
Fourplex4 × 3BR$7,224$86,688

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

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
30519 $2,130 $2,360 $2,840 $3,400
30518 $1,690 $1,870 $2,260 $2,700
30542 $1,640 $1,820 $2,190 $2,470
30517 $1,540 $1,750 $2,170 $2,620
30506 $1,440 $1,590 $1,920 $2,210
30566 $1,420 $1,570 $1,890 $2,130
30504 $1,390 $1,540 $1,860 $2,090
30502 $1,360 $1,510 $1,820 $2,050
30503 $1,360 $1,510 $1,820 $2,050
30543 $1,310 $1,460 $1,800 $2,070
30501 $1,290 $1,430 $1,720 $1,940
30527 $1,270 $1,410 $1,700 $1,920
30567 $1,230 $1,380 $1,710 $1,920
30548 $1,230 $1,370 $1,680 $1,990
30507 $1,220 $1,350 $1,630 $1,830

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Gainesville, GA?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Gainesville, GA MSA is $1,482 per month, ranging from $1,180 to $2,360 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 $1,631.
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, GA, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,180 to $2,360 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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