Mobile Housing Authority
Mobile, Alabama
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About Mobile Housing Authority
Mobile Housing Authority (HUD agency code AL002) is the public housing agency serving Mobile, Mobile County, Alabama. It administers 1,389 public housing units and 4,973 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 6 waiting lists at this agency, covering Senior, HCV, Mainstream, PBV, Public Housing. As of Aug 14, 2026, 2 are open and 4 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Mobile, AL MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $40,750 per year, and as Low Income at or below $65,200 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 38 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 30, 2026.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This waitlist for Central Plaza Towers and Downtown Renaissance Senior Living is open indefinitely for citizens aged 62 and older; local preferences, such as homelessness, apply.
Senior / Senior Living
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This waitlist for Central Plaza Towers and Downtown Renaissance Senior Living is open indefinitely for citizens aged 62 and older; local preferences, such as homelessness, apply.
Other Programs
4 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The HCV Waiting List is currently closed and not accepting applications. It opens periodically for a limited number of days, with announcements made in local newspapers and on the MHA website. Eligibility includes low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities, with 75% of admissions for extremely low-income families. Local preferences determine waiting list status.
This waiting list is for Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. It is currently closed and was last open from September 15, 2023, until 350 applications were received. This program is for non-elderly persons ages 18-61 with disabilities.
This program contracts with private property owners to rent units to low-income families.
The Public Housing waiting lists are currently closed. Past openings for specific developments included Orange Grove Homes (2 Bedrooms), Oaklawn Homes (3 Bedrooms), Emerson Gardens (Senior Citizens, ages 62+), Downtown Renaissance (Senior Citizens, ages 62+), and Gulf Village (2 Bedrooms). Applicants can apply to multiple waiting lists. Local preferences, such as homelessness, are used to determine waiting list status.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Mobile Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Mobile Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Mobile Housing Authority currently has 2 open waiting lists (Senior Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Mobile Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $40,750/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Mobile Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Mobile Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Mobile Housing Authority manages approximately 6,362 assisted housing units (4,973 Section 8, 1,389 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Mobile. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Mobile Housing Authority
Senior Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at Mobile Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Mobile. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Mobile Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Mobile. This program serves approximately 4,973 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Mobile Housing Authority are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Mobile Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Mobile. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Mobile Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Mobile Housing Authority manages approximately 1,389 Public Housing units in Mobile. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Mobile Housing Authority?
Mobile Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Mobile Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Mobile, AL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $40,750. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,150 | $28,550 | $45,650 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $32,600 | $52,200 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $36,700 | $58,700 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $40,750 | $65,200 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $44,050 | $70,450 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $47,300 | $75,650 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $50,550 | $80,850 |
| 8 Persons | $53,800 | $53,800 | $86,100 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Mobile Housing Authority — including across state lines.