Nashville, TN Section 8 Rent Limits 2026 | Complete ZIP Code Guide

March 17, 2025 • Data Team

Section 8 Rent Limits for Nashville, TN

As a landlord in Nashville, TN, understanding Section 8 payment standards helps you maximize rental income. This comprehensive guide covers all 28 ZIP codes in Nashville, providing 2025 rent limits.

Nashville Payment Standards Overview

The average 2-bedroom Section 8 payment standard in Nashville is $1,800/month. Nashville uses Small Area Fair Market Rents (SAFMR), which means rent limits vary by ZIP code.

Average Rent Limits by Bedroom Size

  • Studio (0 BR): $1,350/month
  • 1 Bedroom: $1,530/month
  • 2 Bedroom: $1,800/month
  • 3 Bedroom: $2,300/month
  • 4+ Bedroom: $2,610/month

How to Use This Data

When listing your Nashville rental property:

  1. Check Your ZIP Code: Use our interactive Nashville rent limits tool
  2. Verify Payment Standard: Contact Davidson County Housing Authority to confirm exact payment standards
  3. Check Rent Reasonableness: Use our rent reasonableness tool before submitting

View all Nashville ZIP codes on our Nashville Section 8 Rent Limits page.

Bottom Line: Section 8 provides stable, guaranteed rental income in Nashville. Check your ZIP code's payment standard to maximize your rental income.