Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Fairfax County, Virginia
Fairfax County has a HUD fair market rent of $2,438 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $2,276 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $46.88 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,438
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 36% more than in Virginia
- Typical rent
- $2,276
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 44% more than in Virginia
- Wage needed
- $46.88
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $97,520 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 46%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 6% less than in Virginia
Only here
Renting in Fairfax County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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At $153,637, Fairfax County ranks 2nd among the 133 counties in Virginia for the highest typical household income.
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At $2,276, Fairfax County ranks 3rd among the 133 counties in Virginia for the highest typical rent.
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Nearby, in the City of Manassas, the typical rent is $1,850: 19% less than in Fairfax County ($2,276).
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Fairfax County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Fairfax County was $2,507 a month in September 2026: 1.1% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,111 | $40.60 | $84,440 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,204 | $42.38 | $88,160 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,438 | $46.88 | $97,520 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,107 | $59.75 | $124,280 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,658 | $70.35 | $146,320 |
HUD area: Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 43 ZIP codes in Fairfax County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $2,140 in 22306 to $3,660 in 22060. 38 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($2,438).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 20120 | $2,350 | $2,450 | $2,710 | $3,450 | $4,070 |
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| 20121 | $2,330 | $2,430 | $2,690 | $3,430 | $4,040 |
| 20124 | $2,400 | $2,500 | $2,770 | $3,530 | $4,160 |
| 20151 | $2,310 | $2,410 | $2,670 | $3,400 | $4,010 |
| 20170 | $2,360 | $2,460 | $2,720 | $3,470 | $4,080 |
| 20171 | $2,530 | $2,640 | $2,920 | $3,720 | $4,380 |
| 20190 | $2,360 | $2,470 | $2,730 | $3,480 | $4,100 |
| 20191 | $2,160 | $2,250 | $2,490 | $3,170 | $3,740 |
| 20194 | $2,460 | $2,570 | $2,840 | $3,620 | $4,260 |
| 22003 | $2,120 | $2,210 | $2,450 | $3,120 | $3,680 |
| 22015 | $2,660 | $2,780 | $3,070 | $3,910 | $4,610 |
| 22027 | $2,630 | $2,740 | $3,040 | $3,870 | $4,560 |
| 22030 | $2,440 | $2,550 | $2,820 | $3,590 | $4,230 |
| 22031 | $2,570 | $2,690 | $2,970 | $3,790 | $4,460 |
| 22032 | $2,480 | $2,590 | $2,860 | $3,640 | $4,290 |
| 22033 | $2,570 | $2,690 | $2,970 | $3,790 | $4,460 |
| 22035 | $2,360 | $2,460 | $2,720 | $3,470 | $4,080 |
| 22039 | $2,460 | $2,560 | $2,840 | $3,610 | $4,260 |
| 22041 | $2,030 | $2,120 | $2,340 | $2,980 | $3,510 |
| 22042 | $2,300 | $2,400 | $2,650 | $3,380 | $3,980 |
| 22043 | $2,260 | $2,360 | $2,610 | $3,330 | $3,920 |
| 22044 | $1,950 | $2,030 | $2,250 | $2,870 | $3,380 |
| 22060 | $3,170 | $3,310 | $3,660 | $4,660 | $5,490 |
| 22066 | $2,740 | $2,860 | $3,160 | $4,020 | $4,740 |
| 22079 | $2,540 | $2,650 | $2,930 | $3,730 | $4,400 |
| 22101 | $2,630 | $2,750 | $3,040 | $3,870 | $4,560 |
| 22102 | $2,890 | $3,020 | $3,340 | $4,260 | $5,010 |
| 22124 | $2,500 | $2,610 | $2,890 | $3,680 | $4,340 |
| 22150 | $2,410 | $2,510 | $2,780 | $3,540 | $4,170 |
| 22151 | $2,680 | $2,800 | $3,100 | $3,950 | $4,650 |
| 22152 | $2,670 | $2,780 | $3,080 | $3,930 | $4,620 |
| 22153 | $2,920 | $3,050 | $3,370 | $4,290 | $5,060 |
| 22180 | $2,450 | $2,560 | $2,830 | $3,610 | $4,250 |
| 22181 | $2,810 | $2,930 | $3,240 | $4,130 | $4,860 |
| 22182 | $2,790 | $2,910 | $3,220 | $4,100 | $4,830 |
| 22303 | $2,300 | $2,400 | $2,660 | $3,390 | $3,990 |
| 22306 | $1,850 | $1,930 | $2,140 | $2,730 | $3,210 |
| 22307 | $2,090 | $2,180 | $2,410 | $3,070 | $3,620 |
| 22308 | $2,450 | $2,510 | $2,820 | $3,520 | $4,150 |
| 22309 | $1,870 | $1,950 | $2,160 | $2,750 | $3,240 |
| 22310 | $2,540 | $2,650 | $2,930 | $3,730 | $4,400 |
| 22312 | $2,120 | $2,210 | $2,450 | $3,120 | $3,680 |
| 22315 | $2,560 | $2,680 | $2,960 | $3,770 | $4,440 |
- 20120 $2,710$3,450
- 20121 $2,690$3,430
- 20124 $2,770$3,530
- 20151 $2,670$3,400
- 20170 $2,720$3,470
- 20171 $2,920$3,720
- 20190 $2,730$3,480
- 20191 $2,490$3,170
- 20194 $2,840$3,620
- 22003 $2,450$3,120
- 22015 $3,070$3,910
- 22027 $3,040$3,870
- 22030 $2,820$3,590
- 22031 $2,970$3,790
- 22032 $2,860$3,640
- 22033 $2,970$3,790
- 22035 $2,720$3,470
- 22039 $2,840$3,610
- 22041 $2,340$2,980
- 22042 $2,650$3,380
- 22043 $2,610$3,330
- 22044 $2,250$2,870
- 22060 $3,660$4,660
- 22066 $3,160$4,020
- 22079 $2,930$3,730
- 22101 $3,040$3,870
- 22102 $3,340$4,260
- 22124 $2,890$3,680
- 22150 $2,780$3,540
- 22151 $3,100$3,950
- 22152 $3,080$3,930
- 22153 $3,370$4,290
- 22180 $2,830$3,610
- 22181 $3,240$4,130
- 22182 $3,220$4,100
- 22303 $2,660$3,390
- 22306 $2,140$2,730
- 22307 $2,410$3,070
- 22308 $2,820$3,520
- 22309 $2,160$2,750
- 22310 $2,930$3,730
- 22312 $2,450$3,120
- 22315 $2,960$3,770
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Fairfax County, 46% of renter households are in that position; in Virginia, 49%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
46%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
129,906 households rent in Fairfax County
- Spend half or more of their income 21%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 24%
- Spend less than 30% 54%
Compared with the state and the country
- Fairfax 46%
- Virginia 49%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Fairfax County
HUD lists 93 properties with homes for low-income households in Fairfax County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC) and HUD-assisted buildings. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 60
- HUD-assisted
- 37
11,183 homes in all; 9,979 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Fields of Chantilly Tax credit (LIHTC) 13950 Rockland Village Dr, Chantilly 20151 360 low-income homes · 2 bd: 288 · 3 bd: 72 · In service since 2001 · For families
- Springfield Crossing Tax credit (LIHTC) 6708 Metropolitan Center Dr, Springfield 22150 347 low-income homes · 2 bd: 331 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2003 · For families
- Lafayette Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 7136 Groveton Gardens Rd, Alexandria 22306 340 low-income homes · 1 bd: 125 · 2 bd: 203 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2004 · For families
- East Falls Tax credit (LIHTC) 2913A Peyton Randolph Dr, Falls Church 22044 305 low-income homes · 1 bd: 152 · 2 bd: 153 · In service since 1996 · For families
- Tysons Tower HUD-assisted 8500 Tyspring St, Vienna 22182 274 low-income homes · For older adults · (703) 281-2080
- Grandview Tax credit (LIHTC) 3404 Carlin Springs Rd, Falls Church 22041 266 low-income homes · Studio: 2 · 1 bd: 92 · 2 bd: 148 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2000 · For families
- Fields at Lorton Station Tax credit (LIHTC) 7800 Lewis Chapel Cir, Lorton 22079 248 low-income homes · 2 bd: 194 · 3 bd: 54 · In service since 2002 · For families
- Evergreen House HUD-assisted 6925 Columbia Pike, Annandale 22003 246 homes, 244 low-income · For older adults · (703) 941-8707
- Stonegate Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 2244 Stone Wheel Dr, Reston 20191 240 low-income homes · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 85 · 3 bd: 80 · 4 bd: 35 · In service since 1993 · For families
- Yorkville Cooperative HUD-assisted 3142 Draper Dr, Fairfax 22031 237 homes, 236 low-income · For families · (703) 273-7777
- Hunters Woods Fellowship House HUD-assisted 2231 Colts Neck Rd, Reston 20191 224 homes, 222 low-income · For older adults · (703) 620-4450
- Parkwood Tax credit (LIHTC) 6009 Knollwood Dr, Falls Church 22041 221 low-income homes · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 173 · In service since 1995 · For families
- Spring Gardens HUD-assisted 7975 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria 22306 209 homes, 207 low-income · For families · (703) 780-6700
- Murraygate Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 7808 Belford Dr, Alexandria 22306 200 low-income homes · 1 bd: 72 · 2 bd: 60 · 3 bd: 68 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Creekside Village I Tax credit (LIHTC) 7979 Janna Lee Ave, Alexandria 22306 220 homes, 196 low-income · In service since 2008 · For families
- Cedar Ridge Apts HUD-assisted 1601 Becontree Ln, Reston 20190 198 homes, 195 low-income · For families · (703) 471-1929
- Lee Overlook Tax credit (LIHTC) 6406 Paddington Ct, Centreville 20121 195 homes, 194 low-income · 2 bd: 152 · 3 bd: 42 · In service since 1995 · For families
- Lewinsville Retirement Home HUD-assisted 1515 Great Falls St, Mc Lean 22101 144 low-income homes · For older adults · (703) 442-8660
- Oakview Gardens Sec I HUD-assisted 5836 Oakview Gardens Dr, Falls Church 22041 167 homes, 165 low-income · For families · (703) 820-9500
- Cedar Ridge Tax credit (LIHTC) 1604 Becontree Ln, Reston 20190 194 homes, 162 low-income · In service since 2008 · For families
- Oakview Gardens II HUD-assisted 5836 Oakview Gardens Dr, Falls Church 22041 158 low-income homes · For families · (703) 820-9500
- Coppermine Run I Tax credit (LIHTC) 2450 Masons Ferry Dr, Herndon 20171 152 low-income homes · 2 bd: 114 · 3 bd: 38 · In service since 2003 · For families
- Residences at Government Center I Tax credit (LIHTC) 11851 Monument Dr, Fairfax 22030 150 low-income homes · Studio: 17 · 1 bd: 69 · 2 bd: 58 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 2016 · For families
- Stony Brook Tax credit (LIHTC) 3608 Buckman Rd, Alexandria 22309 204 homes, 145 low-income · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 68 · 3 bd: 37 · In service since 2012 · For families
- Dulles Center I Tax credit (LIHTC) 2410 Little Current Dr, Herndon 20171 144 low-income homes · 2 bd: 72 · 3 bd: 72 · In service since 1996 · For families
- Kendrick Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 13430 Coppermine Rd, Herndon 20171 139 low-income homes · 1 bd: 66 · 2 bd: 73 · In service since 2000 · For older adults
- Jefferson Commons II Tax credit (LIHTC) 2452 Masons Ferry Dr, Herndon 20171 136 low-income homes · 2 bd: 102 · 3 bd: 34 · In service since 1998
- Manchester I Tax credit (LIHTC) 7131 Silver Lake Blvd, Alexandria 22315 136 low-income homes · 1 bd: 83 · 2 bd: 53 · In service since 2001 · For older adults
- Mount Vernon House Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 8199 Tis Well Dr, Alexandria 22306 130 low-income homes · In service since 2014 · For older adults · (703) 780-1300
- Dulles Center II Tax credit (LIHTC) 2410 Little Current Dr, Herndon 20171 128 low-income homes · 2 bd: 64 · 3 bd: 64 · In service since 1997 · For families
- Strawbridge Square Associates HUD-assisted 5131 Lincoln Ave, Alexandria 22312 128 low-income homes · For families · (703) 354-1155
- Strawbridge Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 5144 Lincoln Ave, Alexandria 22312 128 homes, 127 low-income · In service since 2010 · For families
- Fields of Merrifield Tax credit (LIHTC) 2929 Stillwood Cir, Falls Church 22042 124 low-income homes · 2 bd: 124 · In service since 2004 · For families
- Residences at Government Center II Tax credit (LIHTC) 11851 Monument Dr, Fairfax 22030 120 low-income homes · Studio: 20 · 1 bd: 56 · 2 bd: 36 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 2017 · For families
- Forest Glen II Tax credit (LIHTC) 14400 Woodmere Ct, Centreville 20120 119 low-income homes · 1 bd: 101 · 2 bd: 18 · In service since 2017 · For older adults
- New Lake Anne House HUD-assisted 11444 N Shore Dr, Reston 20190 240 homes, 118 low-income · For older adults · (703) 471-6474
- Forest Glen at Sully Station I Tax credit (LIHTC) 14401 Woodmere Ct, Centreville 20120 119 homes, 118 low-income · 1 bd: 101 · 2 bd: 18 · In service since 1996 · For older adults
- Forest Glen at Sully Station II Tax credit (LIHTC) 14400 Woodmere Ct, Centreville 20120 118 low-income homes · 1 bd: 101 · 2 bd: 17 · In service since 1998 · For older adults
- Manchester Lakes II Tax credit (LIHTC) 7161 Silver Lake Blvd, Alexandria 22315 116 low-income homes · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 95 · In service since 2002 · For older adults
- Momentum at Shady Grove Metro Tax credit (LIHTC) 8245 Boone Blvd, Vienna 22182 110 low-income homes · Studio: 2 · 1 bd: 66 · 2 bd: 41 · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 2019 · For families
- Coralain Gardens Tax credit (LIHTC) 7435 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church 22042 106 low-income homes · In service since 2008 · For families
- Island Walk Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1701 Torrey Pines Ct, Reston 20190 102 low-income homes · 2 bd: 58 · 3 bd: 30 · 4 bd: 14 · In service since 2006 · For families · (703) 471-4422
- Greene Hills Estates Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 7600 Creedmor Dr, Springfield 22153 100 low-income homes · 2 bd: 44 · 3 bd: 36 · 4 bd: 20 · In service since 2019 · For families · (703) 569-7240
- Burke Lake Gardens HUD-assisted 9608 Old Keene Mill Rd, Burke 22015 100 homes, 99 low-income · For older adults · (703) 644-0061
- Carousel Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 5720 Seminary Rd, Falls Church 22041 90 low-income homes · In service since 2008 · For families
- Olley Glen Tax credit (LIHTC) 4021 Olley Ln, Fairfax 22032 90 low-income homes · In service since 2011 · For older adults
- Hollybrooke II Tax credit (LIHTC) 3012 Patrick Henry Dr, Falls Church 22044 98 homes, 89 low-income · In service since 2008 · For families
- Forest Glen I Tax credit (LIHTC) 14401 Woodmere Ct, Centreville 20120 83 low-income homes · 1 bd: 29 · 2 bd: 54 · In service since 2017 · For older adults
- Fallstead at Lewinsville Senior Center Tax credit (LIHTC) 1609 Great Falls St, Mc Lean 22101 82 low-income homes · 1 bd: 72 · 2 bd: 10 · In service since 2018 · For older adults
- The Green Tax credit (LIHTC) 12465 Glade DR, Reston 20191 74 low-income homes · 2 bd: 35 · 3 bd: 25 · 4 bd: 14 · In service since 1999 · For families
- Wexford Manor Tax credit (LIHTC) 2798 Hollywood Rd, Falls Church 22043 74 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 24 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2000 · For families
- Coppermine Place II Tax credit (LIHTC) 13395 Coppermine Rd, Herndon 20171 66 low-income homes · 1 bd: 66 · In service since 2006 · For older adults
- Gum Springs Glen Tax credit (LIHTC) 7837 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria 22306 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 56 · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 2003 · For older adults
- Herndon Harbor House I Tax credit (LIHTC) 873 Grace St, Herndon 20170 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 60 · In service since 1999 · For older adults
- Herndon Harbor House II Tax credit (LIHTC) 873 Grace St, Herndon 20170 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 60 · In service since 2003 · For older adults
- Morris Glen Tax credit (LIHTC) 7020 Schoonmaker Ct, Alexandria 22310 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 60 · In service since 1998 · For older adults
- Creekside Village II Tax credit (LIHTC) 7979 Janna Lee Ave, Alexandria 22306 99 homes, 55 low-income · In service since 2008 · For families
- Lindsay Hill Tax credit (LIHTC) 8915 Pink Carnation Ct, Lorton 22079 55 low-income homes · Studio: 1 · 1 bd: 19 · 2 bd: 35 · In service since 2018 · For older adults
- Chantilly Mews Tax credit (LIHTC) 4114 Chantilly Lace Ct, Chantilly 20151 50 low-income homes · 2 bd: 41 · 3 bd: 9 · In service since 2006 · For families
- Chantilly Mews HUD-assisted 4151 Chantilly Lace Ct, Chantilly 20151 50 low-income homes · For families · (703) 378-4810
- Crevenna Oaks Cluster HUD-assisted 11550 Oak Bluff Court, Burke 22015 50 low-income homes · For families · (703) 323-1116
- Hollybrooke III Tax credit (LIHTC) 3012 Patrick Henry Dr, Falls Church 22044 50 low-income homes · In service since 2008 · For families
- Summit Oaks Tax credit (LIHTC) 10538 Oak Bluff Ct, Burke 22015 50 low-income homes · In service since 2009 · For families
- Summit Oaks HUD-assisted 10550 Oak Bluff Ct, Burke 22015 50 low-income homes · For families · (703) 323-1116
- Westminster Oaks Tax credit (LIHTC) 8215 Mapleleaf Ct, Springfield 22153 50 low-income homes · In service since 2011 · For families
- Westminster Oaks HUD-assisted 8200 Mapleleaf Ct, Springfield 22153 50 low-income homes · For families · (703) 323-7438
- Crevenna Oaks Tax credit (LIHTC) 10981 Crevenna Oak Dr, Burke 22015 50 homes, 49 low-income · In service since 2009 · For families
- Apartments at North Point Tax credit (LIHTC) 11695 N Point Ct, Reston 20194 48 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 1998 · For families
- Stonegate Village Apartments HUD-assisted 2241 Stone Wheel Dr, Reston 20191 240 homes, 46 low-income · For families · (703) 620-0203
- Oak Creek Tax credit (LIHTC) 9923 Oak Creek Pl, Oakton 22124 46 low-income homes · 3 bd: 30 · 4 bd: 16 · In service since 2005 · For families
- Oak Creek Townhouses HUD-assisted 9923A Oak Creek Pl, Oakton 22124 46 low-income homes · For families · (703) 255-2993
- Laurel Hill Reformatory Tax credit (LIHTC) Multiple- See Bin Worksheet, Lorton 22079 165 homes, 44 low-income · 1 bd: 84 · 2 bd: 81 · In service since 2018 · For families
- Murraygate Village HUD-assisted 7800 Belford Dr, Alexandria 22306 204 homes, 40 low-income · For families · (703) 780-9574
- Stoney Brook HUD-assisted 3600 Buckman Rd, Alexandria 22309 204 homes, 40 low-income · For families · (703) 360-5200
- Tysons Landing Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1916 Tysons Landing Ct, Mc Lean 22102 40 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 15 · In service since 2006 · For families
- Tysons Landing LTD HUD-assisted 1840A Tysons Landing Ct, Mc Lean 22102 40 low-income homes · For families · (703) 827-0552
- Sanger Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 9451 Orange Blossom Trl, Lorton 22079 182 homes, 39 low-income · 2 bd: 147 · 3 bd: 35 · In service since 2000 · For families
- Wexford Manor I Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 2802 Hollywood Rd, Falls Church 22043 74 homes, 38 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 12 · 3 bd: 12 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2017 · For families · (703) 573-8430
- Hunting Creek Townhouses HUD-assisted 3202 Jackies Ln, Alexandria 22306 57 homes, 35 low-income · For families · (703) 360-5200
- Hunting Creek Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 3138 Jackies Ln, Alexandria 22306 35 low-income homes · 2 bd: 15 · 3 bd: 12 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 2006 · For families
- Castellani Meadows Tax credit (LIHTC) 14069 Keepers Park, Centreville 20121 24 low-income homes · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2000 · For families
- Tavenner Lane Tax credit (LIHTC) 7206 Tavenner Ln, Alexandria 22306 24 low-income homes · 2 bd: 12 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 1997 · For families
- Coppermine Place HUD-assisted 13391 Coppermine Rd, Herndon 20171 22 homes, 21 low-income · For people with disabilities · (703) 642-3830
- Pathway Living HUD-assisted 6215 Pioneer Dr, Springfield 22150 18 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (703) 876-0390
- Hartwood Group Homes HUD-assisted 6735 W Wakefield Dr, Alexandria 22307 16 homes, 14 low-income · For people with disabilities · (703) 914-3901
- Hartwood Place HUD-assisted 7411 Shreve Rd, Falls Church 22043 12 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (703) 914-3901
- Minerva Fisher Hall Group Home HUD-assisted 8207 Wolftrap Rd, Vienna 22182 12 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (703) 641-8811
- Wesley Agape House HUD-assisted 11307 Lee Highway, Fairfax 22030 12 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (703) 573-8430
- CLA Homes I HUD-assisted 6916 Vancouver Rd, Springfield 22152 9 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (703) 237-0388, ext. 218
- CLA Homes II HUD-assisted 13104 Pavilion Ln, Fairfax 22033 7 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (703) 352-0388
- Hartwood Terrace HUD-assisted 5407 Southampton Dr, Springfield 22151 5 homes, 4 low-income · For people with disabilities · (703) 914-3901
- Pathway Options Group Home HUD-assisted 9625 Blake Ln, Fairfax 22031 3 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (703) 876-0390
- Kindred Crossing HUD-assisted 6165 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church 22044 95 homes · For older adults
4 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Fairfax County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 1 agency serves in Fairfax County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $34,900 | $58,150 | $74,800 |
| 2 people | $39,900 | $66,450 | $85,450 |
| 3 people | $44,900 | $74,750 | $96,150 |
| 4 people | $49,850 | $83,050 | $106,800 |
| 5 people | $53,850 | $89,700 | $115,350 |
| 6 people | $57,850 | $96,350 | $123,900 |
| 7 people | $61,850 | $103,000 | $132,450 |
| 8 people | $65,850 | $109,650 | $141,000 |
Area median income: $166,100. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $1,900 – $2,322
- 1 bedroom $1,984 – $2,424
- 2 bedrooms $2,194 – $2,682
- 3 bedrooms $2,796 – $3,418
- 4 bedrooms $3,292 – $4,024
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Fairfax County Redevelopment & Hsg Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 5,329 vouchers (703) 653-7130 Fairfax County Redevelopment & Hsg Authority: Thomas.Fleetwood@fairfaxcounty.gov
Housing agencies in Virginia Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in Virginia
What Virginia law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
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A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- How much can they charge for a deposit?
- Up to 2 months of rent
- Va. Code §55.1-1226(A)
- When must they return my deposit?
- 45 days
- Va. Code §55.1-1226(A)
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 14 days
- Va. Code §55.1-1245(F)
- How much notice ends a month-to-month rental?
- 30 days
- Va. Code §55.1-1253(A)
- Only a court order can remove youVa. Code §55.1-1252
- Protection from retaliationVa. Code §55.1-1258(A)
- Repair and deduct from the rentVa. Code §55.1-1244.1(C)
Help
Where to get help with rent in Fairfax County
This HUD-approved agency has an office in Fairfax County. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Korean Community Service Center of Greater Washington
7700 Little River Tpke Ste 406, Annandale
- Budget and financial counseling
- Budget and credit workshops
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It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Fairfax County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
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Cash to move in
$4,876
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $2,438
- Security deposit
- $2,438
- Total
- $4,876
When you'll have it
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What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
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This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Fairfax County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $2,111; 1 bedroom: $2,204; 2 bedrooms: $2,438; 3 bedrooms: $3,107; 4 bedrooms: $3,658. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Fairfax County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($2,438) without spending more than 30% of income takes $46.88 an hour full time, or $97,520 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Fairfax County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $83,050 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Fairfax County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $2,194 and $2,682 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Fairfax County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $2,140 in 22306 to $3,660 in 22060. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Fairfax County?
HUD lists 93 properties with homes for low-income households in Fairfax County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC) and HUD-assisted buildings. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Fairfax County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Fairfax County, 46% of renter households are in that position; in Virginia, 49%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).