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City of Glendale Housing Authority
Glendale, Arizona
Last Updated
12 hours ago
About City of Glendale Housing Authority
The City of Glendale Housing Authority, located in Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona, provides housing assistance through various programs. This authority manages approximately 1,286 assisted housing units, which include 1,131 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 155 Public Housing units. Their programs encompass Affordable Housing (including Senior housing at Cascalote), Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Public Housing.
Currently, all waiting lists for the City of Glendale Housing Authority's programs are closed to new applications. This includes their Affordable Housing (Senior - Cascalote), HCV, PBV, and Public Housing programs. Eligibility for these programs is based on income, with a very low-income limit for a family of four in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ MSA area set at $56,100 per year. Applicants should note that program availability and waiting list statuses can change.
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9 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.
All waiting lists are currently closed, including for Senior Housing (Cascalote). When open, preferences may include residency (live/work/previously lived in Glendale), employment, elderly (62+), disabled, military (active duty/veteran), homeless, at risk of homelessness, victims of domestic violence, or displaced. 350 applications are typically drawn by lottery per list, with one pre-application per household per program accepted. For Cascalote, all household members must be age 62 or older.
All household members must be age 62 or older to qualify.
This program includes Senior Housing such as Cascalote and Glendale Senior Apartments. Eligibility typically requires applicants to be 62 or older, meet income limits, and satisfy other screening requirements. Priority preferences apply similar to other programs, including residency and other vulnerable statuses.
Eligibility requires all household members to be age 62 or older, meet income limits, and satisfy other screening requirements; priority preferences apply.
Applicants must meet income, citizenship/immigration, and other screening requirements, with background checks for those 16 or older. Priority is given to those who live, work, or previously lived in Glendale, are employed, elderly (62+), disabled, military, homeless, at risk of homelessness, or victims of domestic violence.
Eligibility includes unhoused and very-low-income applicants for specific properties, and senior applicants aged 62 and up for senior apartments. A lottery process selects applicants, with one application per household allowed to apply for multiple programs.
Priority is given to those who live, work, or previously lived in Glendale, are employed, elderly (62+), disabled, military, homeless, at risk of homelessness, or victims of domestic violence. Applications are limited to one per household per program, with 350 selected by lottery.
Eligibility typically requires applicants to be 62 or older, meet income limits, and satisfy other screening requirements.
Applications for the Cascalote Affordable Housing (new senior apartments) began March 16, 2025. All household members must be age 62 or older to qualify.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official City of Glendale Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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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 City of Glendale Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 8 waiting lists at City of Glendale Housing Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at City of Glendale 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 $56,100/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 City of Glendale Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at City of Glendale Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. City of Glendale Housing Authority manages approximately 1,286 assisted housing units (1,131 Section 8, 155 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Glendale. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at City of Glendale Housing Authority
Affordable Housing closed
The Affordable Housing program at City of Glendale Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Glendale. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Senior - Cascalote) closed
The Affordable Housing (Senior - Cascalote) program at City of Glendale Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Glendale. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Senior) closed
The Affordable Housing (Senior) program at City of Glendale Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Glendale. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing - Senior closed
The Affordable Housing - Senior program at City of Glendale Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Glendale. 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 City of Glendale 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 Glendale. This program serves approximately 1,131 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at City of Glendale Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Glendale. 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 City of Glendale Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. City of Glendale Housing Authority manages approximately 155 Public Housing units in Glendale. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Senior Affordable Housing closed
The Senior Affordable Housing program at City of Glendale Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Glendale. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing closed
The Senior Housing program at City of Glendale Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Glendale. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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City of Glendale Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the City of Glendale Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $56,100. 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 | $23,600 | $39,300 | $62,850 |
| 2 Persons | $26,950 | $44,850 | $71,800 |
| 3 Persons | $30,300 | $50,500 | $80,800 |
| 4 Persons | $33,650 | $56,100 | $89,750 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $60,600 | $96,950 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $65,100 | $104,150 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $69,600 | $111,300 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $74,100 | $118,500 |
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 City of Glendale Housing Authority — including across state lines.