How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in ZIP 75147?

For ZIP 75147 in Van Zandt County, TX, the FY2026 two-bedroom Fair Market Rent is $1,090 per month. Local housing authorities set the Section 8 payment standard between 90% and 110% of that, roughly $980 to $1,200 before the tenant's utility allowance.

What are the FY2026 Section 8 rent limits for ZIP 75147?

HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for ZIP 75147, by bedroom size: studio $870, 1-bedroom $900, 2-bedroom $1,090, 3-bedroom $1,390, 4-bedroom $1,650. In SAFMR metros the ZIP-level figure, not the county average, is what applies to an address here.

Which housing authority covers ZIP 75147?

Vouchers for Van Zandt County are administered by Edgewood Housing, Housing Authority of Wills Point, Housing Authority of Fruitvale. The authority whose jurisdiction covers ZIP 75147 handles the application, the waitlist, the HAP contract, and the unit inspection.

Section 8 Rent in ZIP 75147

FY2026 Fair Market Rent for ZIP 75147 in Van Zandt County, Texas: the exact per-bedroom rents HUD publishes for this ZIP, the estimated payment-standard range, the housing authorities that administer vouchers here, and whether a landlord can legally decline a voucher in Texas.

Studio

$870

1 BR

$900

2 BR

$1,090

3 BR

$1,390

4 BR

$1,650

Estimated payment standard range (2 BR)

Local PHAs set payment standards between 90% and 110% of FMR. Exact figures vary by PHA. The numbers below are the modeled range.

Low (90%)

$980

FMR (100%)

$1,090

High (110%)

$1,200

Gross rent before the tenant utility allowance. The PHA's published payment standard is the number that actually applies; verify with the PHA before signing a lease or HAP contract.

ZIP vs county FMR (2 BR)

ZIP 75147 at $1,090 is $18 lower than the Van Zandt County county-wide 2 BR FMR of $1,108. In SAFMR metros the ZIP number applies, so the county-wide figure overstates what a voucher covers in this ZIP.

Can a landlord refuse Section 8 in ZIP 75147?

Yes. Texas law blocks local governments from requiring voucher acceptance, so landlords in ZIP 75147 can legally decline Section 8 applicants. Listing on a voucher-friendly marketplace is the fastest way to find the landlords who do accept.

Texas has NO statewide SOI protection AND state law preempts city ordinances. Austin passed protection in 2014, Texas legislature struck it down in 2015. Landlords in Texas can legally refuse vouchers.

Informational only, not legal advice. Laws change, so verify current status before acting on a rejection or making a leasing decision.

Housing authorities serving Van Zandt County

Edgewood Housing
Edgewood · PHA code TX242
87 Section 8 units
Housing Authority of Wills Point
Wills Point · PHA code TX217
43 Section 8 units
Housing Authority of Fruitvale
Fruitvale · PHA code TX525
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Housing Authority of Van
Van · PHA code TX344
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Housing Authority of Grand Saline
Grand Saline · PHA code TX336
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The PHA whose jurisdiction covers ZIP 75147 handles the application, the HAP contract, and the unit inspection.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in ZIP 75147?: For ZIP 75147 in Van Zandt County, TX, the FY2026 two-bedroom Fair Market Rent is $1,090 per month. Local housing authorities set the Section 8 payment standard between 90% and 110% of that, roughly $980 to $1,200 before the tenant's utility allowance.
What are the FY2026 Section 8 rent limits for ZIP 75147?: HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for ZIP 75147, by bedroom size: studio $870, 1-bedroom $900, 2-bedroom $1,090, 3-bedroom $1,390, 4-bedroom $1,650. In SAFMR metros the ZIP-level figure, not the county average, is what applies to an address here.
Which housing authority covers ZIP 75147?: Vouchers for Van Zandt County are administered by Edgewood Housing, Housing Authority of Wills Point, Housing Authority of Fruitvale. The authority whose jurisdiction covers ZIP 75147 handles the application, the waitlist, the HAP contract, and the unit inspection.

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Van Zandt County overview All of Texas

SAFMR data published by HUD for FY2026. ZIP 75147 maps to Van Zandt County, TX · FIPS 48467. Investors can run these numbers in the RentalCalcs voucher analyzer.