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Section 8 rent in Grimes County, TX

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Grimes County, TX, covering 12 ZIP codes.

$1,200Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,320Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
12ZIP 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$730$935$1,480$1,029
1 Bedroom$750$987$1,550$1,085
2 Bedrooms$930$1,200$1,850$1,320
3 Bedrooms$1,160$1,526$2,460$1,678
4 Bedrooms$1,400$1,905$3,100$2,096

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$2,400$28,800
Triplex3 × 2BR$3,600$43,200
Fourplex4 × 2BR$4,800$57,600
Fourplex4 × 3BR$6,104$73,248

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

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 12 of 12 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
77356 $1,550 $1,850 $2,460 $3,100
77316 $1,520 $1,820 $2,420 $3,050
77484 $1,080 $1,300 $1,720 $2,170
77873 $1,030 $1,230 $1,560 $1,990
77363 $970 $1,210 $1,460 $1,820
77831 $940 $1,080 $1,300 $1,820
77872 $790 $1,040 $1,440 $1,560
77830 $810 $1,000 $1,200 $1,500
77875 $810 $1,000 $1,200 $1,500
77868 $800 $980 $1,230 $1,480
77876 $790 $960 $1,160 $1,470
77861 $750 $930 $1,160 $1,400

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Grimes County, TX?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Grimes County, TX is $1,200 per month, ranging from $930 to $1,850 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 $1,320.
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 Grimes County, TX, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $930 to $1,850 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 Texas?
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