Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren
Van Buren, Arkansas
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About Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren
Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren (HUD agency code AR029) is the public housing agency serving Van Buren, Crawford County, Arkansas. It administers 199 public housing units.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists at this agency, covering Public Housing, HCV, Mainstream, PBV, RAD. As of Jun 10, 2026, 1 is open and 1 is closed. Status is unconfirmed for 3 further lists.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Fort Smith, AR-OK MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $36,300 per year, and as Low Income at or below $58,100 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 1 status change at this agency, most recently on Mar 26, 2026.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list is open for families and senior/disabled households. Applicants must call the office weekly to keep their pre-application active until approved, then monthly once on the waiting list. Preferences have not been identified. The facility is non-smoking, and applicants must meet HUD income, citizenship/immigration requirements, and other eligibility criteria.
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 Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren does not accept Section 8 Vouchers; interested applicants should contact the Crawford County Public Facilities Board at (479) 474-0512 for their Section 8 program.
No information found regarding Mainstream Vouchers administered by this housing authority.
No information found regarding Project-Based Vouchers administered by this housing authority.
No information found regarding Rental Assistance Demonstration programs administered by this housing authority.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren 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 Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren, 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 $36,300/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 Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren manages approximately 199 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Van Buren. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren manages approximately 199 Public Housing units in Van Buren. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren 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 Van Buren. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren 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 Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Van Buren. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Van Buren maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Fort Smith, AR-OK MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $36,300. 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 | $25,450 | $40,700 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $29,050 | $46,500 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $32,700 | $52,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $36,300 | $58,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $39,250 | $62,750 |
| 6 Persons | $42,150 | $42,150 | $67,400 |
| 7 Persons | $45,050 | $45,050 | $72,050 |
| 8 Persons | $47,950 | $47,950 | $76,700 |
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 Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren — including across state lines.