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About Russellville Housing Authority
The Russellville Housing Authority (PHA Code: AR066) provides housing assistance in Russellville, Pope County, Arkansas. The authority manages approximately 361 assisted housing units, comprising 182 Public Housing units and 179 units supported by the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program.
Currently, the waitlist for Public Housing is open for new applications. The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed and not accepting new applicants.
Eligibility for these housing programs requires applicants to meet specific income guidelines. For instance, a very low-income family of four in the Pope County, Arkansas area has an income limit of $37,150 per year. Applicants must satisfy all program-specific requirements for consideration.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The Russellville Housing Authority is currently accepting pre-applications for families and senior/disabled households. Applicants are placed on the waiting list by the date and time the pre-application is received.
View original notice — russellvillehousingauthority.comOther Programs
1 programThese 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 not accepting applications at this time. The RHA manages 179 Housing Choice Vouchers, including 9 VASH vouchers for homeless veterans.
Official Application
Contact Russellville Housing Authority directly at (479) 968-5440 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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 Russellville Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Russellville Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Russellville 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 $37,150/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
Contact Russellville Housing Authority directly at (479) 968-5440 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Russellville Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Russellville Housing Authority manages approximately 361 assisted housing units (179 Section 8, 182 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Russellville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Russellville Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Russellville Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Russellville Housing Authority manages approximately 182 Public Housing units in Russellville. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Russellville 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 Russellville. This program serves approximately 179 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Russellville Housing Authority?
Russellville Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Russellville Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Pope County, AR. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $37,150. 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 | $15,650 | $26,050 | $41,650 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $29,750 | $47,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $33,450 | $53,550 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $37,150 | $59,450 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $40,150 | $64,250 |
| 6 Persons | $43,100 | $43,100 | $69,000 |
| 7 Persons | $46,100 | $46,100 | $73,750 |
| 8 Persons | $49,050 | $49,050 | $78,500 |
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 Russellville Housing Authority — including across state lines.