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Section 8 rent in Reno, NV

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Reno, NV MSA, covering 42 ZIP codes.

$1,786Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,965Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
42ZIP 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$1,226$1,770$1,349
1 Bedroom$1,140$1,422$2,050$1,565
2 Bedrooms$1,430$1,786$2,580$1,965
3 Bedrooms$2,010$2,479$3,570$2,727
4 Bedrooms$2,410$2,915$4,180$3,207

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$3,572$42,864
Triplex3 × 2BR$5,358$64,296
Fourplex4 × 2BR$7,144$85,728
Fourplex4 × 3BR$9,916$118,992

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

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 42 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
89441 $2,050 $2,580 $3,570 $4,180
89519 $1,890 $2,380 $3,290 $3,850
89521 $1,890 $2,380 $3,290 $3,850
89436 $1,860 $2,340 $3,240 $3,790
89450 $1,830 $2,300 $3,180 $3,720
89451 $1,830 $2,300 $3,180 $3,720
89402 $1,760 $2,200 $3,040 $3,540
89508 $1,740 $2,190 $3,030 $3,550
89511 $1,690 $2,120 $2,930 $3,430
89440 $1,660 $2,090 $2,900 $3,400
89434 $1,590 $2,000 $2,770 $3,240
89510 $1,530 $1,930 $2,670 $3,130
89506 $1,490 $1,870 $2,590 $3,030
89523 $1,460 $1,830 $2,530 $2,960
89405 $1,370 $1,720 $2,380 $2,780

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Reno, NV?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Reno, NV MSA is $1,786 per month, ranging from $1,430 to $2,580 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 $1,965.
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 Reno, NV, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,430 to $2,580 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 Nevada?
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