The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard
Prichard, Alabama
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About The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard
The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard, located in Prichard, Mobile County, Alabama, oversees approximately 2,756 assisted housing units. These units comprise 2,622 Section 8 housing choice vouchers and 134 Public Housing units.
Current programs accepting applications include Chancery Square Apartments, Leeds Street Homes, NSP2, NSP2 Rental, NSP2 Rentals, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Ridge Manor I and II Apartments, Tax-Credit Property, Tax-Credit Property - Chancery Square Apartments, and other categories.
Eligibility for these programs generally involves income restrictions. For a family of four in the Mobile, AL Metropolitan Statistical Area, the Very Low Income limit is $40,750 per year.
Chancery Square Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This is a 56-unit tax-credit property with one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. Applications can be obtained at the administration office located at 200 W. Prichard Avenue or submitted online.
Leeds Street Homes Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This community comprises 50 low-rent single-family homes with three and four-bedroom units. Applications can be obtained at the administration office located at 200 W. Prichard Avenue or submitted online.
Multi-Family (Ridge Manor I and II Apartments) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
These HUD Multi-Family units are specifically for elderly and/or disabled families.
NSP2 Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The NSP2 program provides rental opportunities for families with annual income up to 120% of the area median income.
NSP2 Rental Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The NSP2 program provides rental opportunities for families with annual incomes up to 120% of the area median income.
NSP2 Rentals Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
This program assists families with annual income up to 120% of the area median income.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The waiting list for NSP2 Rentals, designed to assist families with annual income up to 120% of the area median income, is currently open. Applications are obtained at the administration office.
Other (NSP2) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The NSP2 program provides rental opportunities for families with annual income up to 120% of the area median income.
Other (Tax Credit) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Chancery Square Apartments is a 56-unit tax-credit property with one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Mail or In-person
Additional Notes
This program at Oleander Park Apartments is for elderly individuals aged 55 or older and is continuously open.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Leeds Street Homes consists of 50 low-rent single family homes with three and four-bedroom units.
View original notice — prichardhousing.comRidge Manor I and II Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Units are specifically for elderly and/or disabled families, offering one and two-bedroom units. Applications can be obtained at the administration office located at 200 W. Prichard Avenue or submitted online.
Tax-Credit (Chancery Square Apartments) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
This property offers one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.
Tax-Credit Property Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waiting list for Chancery Square Apartments is currently open. This 56-unit tax-credit property offers one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. Applications can be obtained at the administration office or submitted online.
Tax-Credit Property - Chancery Square Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
This is a 56-unit tax-credit property offering 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments.
other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Ridge Manor I and II Apartments, Chancery Square Apartments and Leeds Street Homes waiting lists are currently open. Applications can be obtained at the administration office located at 200 W. Prichard Avenue.
Other Programs
2 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.
Applicants must be 19 years of age or older, family income may not exceed 50% of median income, and 2,500 applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery.
The Bessemer Phase II waitlist is for 3 and 4-bedroom families only and last accepted applications from June 3, 2024, to June 10, 2024.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard 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 The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard
Check Current Status
The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard currently has 16 open waiting lists (Chancery Square Apartments, Leeds Street Homes, Multi-Family (Ridge Manor I and II Apartments), NSP2, NSP2 Rental, NSP2 Rentals, Other, Other (NSP2), Other (Tax Credit), PBV, Public Housing, Ridge Manor I and II Apartments, Tax-Credit (Chancery Square Apartments), Tax-Credit Property, Tax-Credit Property - Chancery Square Apartments, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard, 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 The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard manages approximately 2,756 assisted housing units (2,622 Section 8, 134 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Prichard. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard
Chancery Square Apartments open
The Chancery Square Apartments program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Leeds Street Homes open
The Leeds Street Homes program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Multi-Family (Ridge Manor I and II Apartments) open
The Multi-Family (Ridge Manor I and II Apartments) program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
NSP2 open
The NSP2 program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
NSP2 Rental open
The NSP2 Rental program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
NSP2 Rentals open
The NSP2 Rentals program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (NSP2) open
The Other (NSP2) program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Tax Credit) open
The Other (Tax Credit) program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Prichard. 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 open
Public Housing units at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard manages approximately 134 Public Housing units in Prichard. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Ridge Manor I and II Apartments open
The Ridge Manor I and II Apartments program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tax-Credit (Chancery Square Apartments) open
The Tax-Credit (Chancery Square Apartments) program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tax-Credit Property open
The Tax-Credit Property program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tax-Credit Property - Chancery Square Apartments open
The Tax-Credit Property - Chancery Square Apartments program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Prichard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard 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 Prichard. This program serves approximately 2,622 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Prichard maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard Income Limits
Income limits for programs at The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard 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 The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard — including across state lines.