In general, housing aid benefits over 9.3 million Americans each year. 2.1 million people reside in Section 8 accommodation. This is a result of how simple they made it for people with limited incomes. If you don’t know what Section 8 Housing is or you want to know how to find a Section 8 apartment, keep reading this article.
What is Section 8 Housing?
The HUD’s Section 8 housing program provides financial help to low-income people who struggle to pay their rent. The program provides monthly financial help to more than 1.2 million households.
Families or people must earn less than a specific threshold to be eligible. The purpose of Section 8 is to establish community housing, provide adequate housing for all Americans, promote fair housing, and enforce it for those who earn less than a certain amount.
How to Determine Your Eligibility?
To determine your eligibility for section 8 housing, work with your local Public Housing Agency (PHA. Your overall yearly salary and your family size will be used by your PHA to decide whether you qualify for the Section 8 program.
In most instances, applicants must be citizens of the United States and fall within a specific salary range to be eligible for Section 8. People who earn 30% of the state’s typical salary are eligible for Section 8 housing.
Renters who earn less than 30% of the local median income typically receive preference because they fall into the group of people with exceedingly low incomes. Those earning less than 30% of the region’s typical salary must receive 75% of the Section 8 vouchers the local public housing authority offers.
Simple Steps to Find a Section 8 Apartment
How do you locate a Section 8 apartment or house that will take your voucher now that you have met the requirements and are entitled to receive one? The HUD usually allows 90 days to find an apartment that accepts the voucher. The following steps will help you in your search.
Step 1: Think about the type of apartment you want
Planning and being organized will make sure that your hunt for a Section 8 apartment runs efficiently. Consider the kind of residence you want and the timeline for your relocation.
Consider the expense of neighborhood goods or services by taking into consideration the price, location, safety, and other neighborhood characteristics.
Step 2: Try to contact the PHA (Public Housing Authority) in the area you want to live in
Finding the contact information or website for the Public Housing Board where you want to reside would be the second stage if you haven’t already done so.
Your local public housing authority or the public housing authority in the city or county you want to reside in is the best and most straightforward places to search for Section 8 housing.
Click here and simply pick your state from the drop-down menu to see a rundown of all PHA offices along with their respective contact details.
Step 3: Search Online
Google is a useful tool for you when it comes to searching for Section 8 apartments. By using the search words “housing choice coupons near me”, “local Section 8 housing”, “affordable housing”, or “public housing authority”, you can typically discover information about Section 8 apartments online.
Rental properties can be located online, in local publications, or through agencies that assist low-income families. Keep your search for open apartments within the territory served by the housing authority. You can also click here to find affordable section 8 housing.
Step 4: Find a rental property that is held by an individual landlord
By using the search words “housing choice coupons near me”, “local Section 8 housing”, “affordable housing”, or “public housing authority”, you can typically discover information about Section 8 apartments online.
Homes held by a private owner or property manager can be rented using a Section 8 voucher. You will have many options to choose from because landlords frequently contribute their properties to the compiled list for promotion on some websites online.
You can find a listing of properties available to voucher holders seeking units in the private market here. (NY)
Step 5: Speak with a property manager or real estate agency
An agent may be able to assist you in finding a section 8 rental property. It never harms to give local realtors a call and inquire about any section 8 renting homes that are currently available.
Contacting regional property management firms is another method to look for accessible Section 8 rental properties. The property management firms may help you oversee eligible Section 8 housing.
Final Thoughts
Families and individuals who are unable to purchase housing in the present housing market should consider applying for Section 8 housing. Not only is it easy to apply for, but it also offers low-income residents the chance to have a location to name their home. Participants are urged to register for housing through as many PHAs in their area as they can, if feasible, to prevent spending a lot of time on the waitlist.
Well I hope my info will not be shared with the public or published , I was wondering if uuuuuu can tell me if I’m on the list for Hud ???? Section 8 . I’m not computer smart and I have no one to help .so can uuuu please inform me .
Hi,
To know if you’re on the list, you can call your local public housing authority every 2-3 months to confirm that you’re still on the list and whether you’re moving up. You can also call your local HUD office and request the same information.
You can also check your status online. HUD offers a Wait List Check functionality that will allow you to view the status of your online application. You’ll need to visit waitlistcheck.com and be prepared to submit your name, year of birth, and Social Security number unless you’ve already set up a password.
I did that and it says it doesn’t match…and they have the wrong email and text number
Hi Jill,
You can update your information by contacting the PHA office.
I was wondering waiting long time 14 years nah I need place home I was homeless right now I am full deaf my name catrinaperez birth *****
Hello Catrina,
Section 8 offers housing assistance foe the disabled, check with your local PHA office to submit an application.
I’m still confused on section 8 housing. Is it for apartments or houses? (New built HUD homes)
Fixer up homes??
I’m 74 yrs my name is Eileen Brannon
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Our rental lease is up this August.
The section 8 housing voucher is for low income families and individuals who need housing assistance. Upon approval, you can decide which type of housing is suitable for your needs.
So do I have sections 8 or had I want to know so I can look for me a place for me in my son
To confirm if you have a section 8 voucher approved, kindly confirm with the PHA office or check your status on the waiting list here.
Retired 72 female, working to keep from homelessness, Have a beautiful day too!
Thanks for your comment and hope you get affordable housing soon.
I am on waiting list and I am about to be homeless once again on 3-9-22 and I have a associate that has offer to rent me his camper for 300 a month but I am unemployed cause i been staying place to place and cant get established enough to get or keep a job so what i need to know is is a camper acceptable for a voucher and if so what do I or we have to do to get it THANK U
Hi Wendy,
to find out if a camper is accepted, please discuss with the PHA office in your area to get more details
I am a single mother struggle to keep up with a place for me and my son I need help to get a section 8 house what should I do I dont know where to turn
Hi, kindly register for section 8 here on the HUD website and you can also check for other types of affordable housing when you read our previous article on housing assistance for single moms.
I have been waiting to get help for years and I don’t have children and I would call that discrimination and I put in my appreciation I then it turns into a health insurance plan to buy and u can’t the appreciation and now I had to do a 15 month lease were I rent no one ever has helped me and I would love to get into a house because I have 2 small dog and I can’t have then live with me for 3 years and they are my mental heath dog’s
hello, kindly discuss with your local housing authority and they would find a perfect program suitable for your needs.
I need assistance I’m renting a room for 750 I’m on social security and can’t afford to rent a room and save at the same time to get a one bedroom for myself I need help and I don’t really know much about his or section 8 I applied online but I’m not sure where I stand if someone could get back to me my name is Brandon Ma. and my number is ********** thank you so much in this matter.
Since you have tried applying online and can’t seem to understand it, I would advise you to visit a physical PHA office. You can get a full list of the office close to you right here.
My family and I need section 8 every time we move into a home the re t is high and we always have to deal with a slum lord things are always breaking down or eventually not working
hello, you should apply for Section 8 housing assistance to get housing assistance for you and your family. This will also assist you in paying the rent.
How to get in touch with senior disability housing? I called Hollywood Housing and just directed to no help website. I need housing by March 30th. There is no legal housing help fo seniors. Legal Resources sent me 6 attorney list and not one of them is aware of senior emergency housing help. Coast to Coast Legal Services listened to issues but would not help me with a mediation hearing. Yet all agencies I contacted referred me to them!
To get in touch with senior disability housing, please visit the PHA office to apply. You can also check online at the HUD website on how to apply online.
I am receiving SSI and I am homeless living at the shelter looking for Section 8 or low income housing for senior living I’m 62 years old
To get low-income housing assistance for the elderly, you should apply for section 202 which is focused on assisting the elderly to get good housing.
Hello! My name is Emily. I am 73. I will be homeless soon. There is a condo coming open in my complex soon and the owners would like for me to lease it. They have said they would be happy to work with a Section 8 with me. I don’t drive. Can I get an application online? If now, how is the best way for me to get one.
Thank you for the service you provide. It is invaluable. I have learned so much!
I am grateful for your time.
Emily
Hi, thanks for the compliments. You can get to submit an application online via the HUD website here.
I am looking for a one bed room apartment asap I live with family members and it’s not working out
Hi, to get affordable housing, fill out and submit your application at the local housing authority or PHA office near you.
I need help with an apt I am homeless now and I am disable
Hello, please submit an application for Section 8 housing assistance by getting in touch with the PHA office near you.
I’ve lived at fig garden villas aka tower of Manchester for 15 years we all 93 units have been given notice to vacate there is nothing available now we have housing shortage no where to go told just get out no help nothing we need help elderly and all are facing homeless futures building is being renovated no heart just greed
Hi Anita, sorry to hear about the eviction. However, you can visit the local housing office in your area to state your complaints and housing needs. They are in the best place to guide you and provide the necessary steps in getting you a new place. Wishing you all the best.
Good Evening my name is Roderick J. and I was in the section 8 waiting list for 12 years and a few ago I called in to see where I was on the list to hear they said that they sent a letter to up date my information which never received and I am trying to set a hearing to get the help needed I am on disability and do the covid 19 pandame the cost of rent is so high I am afraid I will be homeless if I can get the help I need can so look in the my case for my date of birth is February 13 1964 and my telephone number is *** and I stay ***** or can I get some kind of rent assistance to move I. Affordable apartment
Hello Roderick,
Pls go through this article here: https://affordablehousingheroes.com/section-8-status/
This will help you know and get updated ways on checking your section 8 status. All the best!
My wife an I are homeless I was hit by truck, said my fault. Hospitals an nursing home then wife 3 aneurisms 2 emergency sygry loss memory still has1 an were homeless we need a home bad. I filled out an checked said wasn’t on list then office said they are not excepting . please help.
Hello, you can check on the affordable houses that are meant for the person with disability. You can visit our article to help you, https://affordablehousingheroes.com/disabled-people/
Currently living in my car because COVID 19 made the company I worked for close…
Hello Lucille,
I am sorry to hear that! However, in your case, you can apply for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program. This helps people like in your case get a immediate help.
To know more about the application, you can read this article: https://affordablehousingheroes.com/emergency-rental-assistance-program-erap/
All the best. Thank you!
I am interested in section 8, more on how it work and what I need to do.
Hello Lakinte,
Good day!
To apply for section 8, find the nearest PHA office in your area. The application is free but be sure to check with your local PHA office to determine how to best submit the application.
To know more regarding how to apply for section 8, go read this article: https://affordablehousingheroes.com/apply-for-section-8/
Thank you, all the best!
I’m 53 years old, I had three strokes and a heart attack plus I’m SSI I need an apartment or a house (emergency section 8 or HUD housing) to move into but I don’t have a car I don’t know what city in Michigan to go at and don’t have a ride. Please help
Hello Laura,
I am sorry to hear about your misfortune! Actually, you can ask any of your family member to apply it for you.
You are capable of getting the Section 811 Housing Program for Persons with Disabilities. And to know more about this program, you can go read this article: https://affordablehousingheroes.com/hud-section-811-disabled/
All the best. Thank you!
Yes, I would just like to know if someone could help me with going about submitting an application for Section 8 Housing? Please? I’ve been homeless nearly all of my life. And, I just want to make a nice & steady home for my babies to be able to go and, see to spend time with me & visit. Would someone please, be so kind as to to help us out? Lol..
Hello Mayra,
Good day!
For applying on Section 8, you can go to your nearest Public Housing Authority Office and ask for the best-fit help in your situation.
You can read more about that from this article: https://affordablehousingheroes.com/apply-for-section-8/
Hope it helps. All the best!
I am homeless looking for a place to stay. I do have a job.
Hello Melonee,
Good day!
There is a program for you where you can get a faster help. But I suggest to contact or go to your local PHA office and ask for the best tips to get approved easily on the available programs in your situation.
Also, you can get more information from this article: https://affordablehousingheroes.com/what-is-permanent-supportive-housing-voucher-hud/
Thank you!
I’m so glad you’re helping me I really do need mine own place I can call home thanks so much
You are so much welcome! 🙂
Hey my name is Antonio I’m looking for a place to stay at the moment I have filled out for PHA AND SECTION 8 just wondering how long is the waiting list an how would you know how far on the waiting list you on…
Hello Antonio,
Good day!
You can always check your status from this website: https://www.waitlistcheck.com/
Also, you can read more helpful articles from this website: https://www.waitlistcheck.com/
Lastly, If you are a person who is struggling or you have a family member, friend, or anybody struggling to get a home or is currently homeless, join us to discuss these topics and let us help each other.
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