Okaloosa County, FL
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,362/mo | $1,226 – $1,498/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,581/mo | $1,423 – $1,739/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,785/mo | $1,607 – $1,964/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,448/mo | $2,203 – $2,693/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,979/mo | $2,681 – $3,277/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Okaloosa County, FL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Okaloosa County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Okaloosa County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Crestview Housing Authority
371 W Hickory Ave, Crestview, FL, 32536 · 8506822413
- Niceville Housing Authority
500 Boyd Cir, Niceville, FL, 32578 · 8506787816
- Fort Walton Beach Housing Authority
27 Robinwood Dr SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548 · 8502433224
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Okaloosa County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $37,350 |
| 2 people | $42,700 |
| 3 people | $48,050 |
| 4 people | $53,350 |
| 5 people | $57,650 |
| 6 people | $61,900 |
| 7 people | $66,200 |
| 8 people | $70,450 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Okaloosa County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
KATIE MANOR
639 BROOKMEADE DRIVE, CRESTVIEW, FL, 32539102 income-restricted units51 1BR, 51 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046ADDISON PLACE (CRESTVIEW)
111 ADDISON PL, CRESTVIEW, FL, 32536159 income-restricted units of 160 total32 1BR, 80 2BR, 48 3BRBuilt 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035HEATHER GLENN
1600 HUNT CLUB ST, FT WALTON BEACH, FL, 32547165 income-restricted units of 168 total40 1BR, 72 2BR, 32 3BR, 24 4BR+Built 20049% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034BROOKMEADE VILLAS
104 NOBLE CIR, CRESTVIEW, FL, 3253932 income-restricted units26 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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