Location: Brockton, MA | Metro: Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area
Based on 1% Rule: A+ (≥1.5%) | A (≥1.2%) | B (≥1.0%) | C (≥0.8%) | D (≥0.6%) | F (<0.6%)
| Unit Size | Monthly FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio | $2,190 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,260 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,700 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,220 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,550 |
| 5 Bedrooms | $4,118 |
| 6 Bedrooms | $4,612 |
| 7 Bedrooms | $4,981 |
| 8 Bedrooms | $5,230 |
Zillow median home prices vs Section 8 FMR rates (Data: 2026-08-31)
| Bedrooms | Monthly FMR | Median Price | 1% Rule | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2BR | $2,700 | $479,348 | 0.56% | F |
| 3BR | $3,220 | $584,360 | 0.55% | F |
| 4BR | $3,550 | $681,452 | 0.52% | F |
| 5BR | $4,118 | $743,679 | 0.55% | F |
U.S. Census Bureau data (2024)
ZIP code 02330, located in Carver, MA, falls within the Brockton, MA HUD Metro FMR Area. Its Fair Market Rent (FMR) for fiscal year 2024 is set at $2,420. Comparatively, the average market rent across typical ZIP codes in the Brockton area is $1,827, indicating that ZIP 02330 has a higher FMR, suggesting it is positioned as a premium sub-market within the larger metro area.
The median home value in ZIP 02330 stands at $581,678. This figure is notably higher than what might be expected in a typical Brockton ZIP code, further supporting the classification of this area as a premium sub-market. However, the renter share in ZIP 02330 is only 11.3%, which is relatively low compared to other ZIP codes within the Brockton metro area. This lower renter share could imply a smaller potential pool of Section 8 tenants relative to owner-occupied homes.
In analyzing these figures, it's clear that ZIP 02330 does not fit the profile of a Section 8 sweet spot, where high renter shares typically coincide with below-average home values. Instead, the combination of higher FMR and median home values suggests that this ZIP code is more suited for investors looking for premium rental opportunities rather than those specifically targeting Section 8 subsidies. The elevated FMR in ZIP 02330 could make it less attractive for Section 8 vouchers, which are capped at the FMR levels, but more appealing for market-rate rentals.
To summarize, ZIP 02330 represents a premium sub-market within the Brockton, MA HUD Metro FMR Area, characterized by higher FMR and home values, but with a modest renter share. This makes it less likely to be a value pocket for Section 8 properties and more likely to cater to higher-end rental markets.
Data Sources: FMR data from HUD (2027). Median home prices from Zillow (2026-08-31). Demographics from U.S. Census (2024).
About FMR: Fair Market Rent (FMR) is used to determine payment standards for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program, initial renewal rents for some expiring project-based Section 8 contracts, and rent ceilings for HOME Investment Partnerships.