City of Alameda Housing Authority
Alameda, California
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About City of Alameda Housing Authority
City of Alameda Housing Authority (HUD agency code CA062) is the public housing agency serving Alameda, Alameda County, California. It administers 1,939 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 18 waiting lists at this agency, covering Homeownership, Other, HCV, Mainstream, Mod Rehab, PBV, Public Housing, RAD, SRO, Supportive. As of May 10, 2026, 9 are open and 9 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Oakland-Fremont, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $79,900 per year, and as Low Income at or below $125,050 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 30 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 1, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Homeownership & Homebuyer Assistance Waitlist
2026 Income Limits
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Pre-applications are accepted for three separate waitlists for Very Low-income (50% AMI), Low-income (80% AMI), and Moderate-Income (120% AMI) households, with preference points. A lottery list ranking will be held on July 9, 2026.
BMR
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 13, 2025
Closing Date
Jul 31, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Three separate waitlists exist for Very Low-Income (50% AMI), Low-Income (80% AMI), and Moderate-Income (120% AMI) households, with preference points. New applicants are placed at the end of their respective preference point category after an initial lottery. Applicants need at least a 3% down payment and must qualify for mortgage financing.
BMR Homeownership
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 13, 2025
Closing Date
Jul 31, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Three separate waitlists exist for Very Low-income, Low-income, and Moderate-Income households with preference points; applicants are placed after an initial lottery and need at least a 3% down payment and mortgage qualification.
Below Market Rate Homeownership
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 13, 2025
Closing Date
Jul 31, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Three separate waitlists exist for Very Low-Income (50% AMI), Low-Income (80% AMI), and Moderate-Income (120% AMI) households, with preference points.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 13, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is for the Below Market Rate (BMR) Homeownership Waitlist. Three separate waitlists exist for Very Low-Income (50% AMI), Low-income (80% AMI), and Moderate-Income (120% AMI) households with preference points; applicants are placed after an initial lottery and need at least a 3% down payment and mortgage qualification.
Eagle Village
Status
open
Closing Date
May 20, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waitlist for Eagle Village is open, and the deadline to apply is May 20th at 5 PM.
Linnet Corner
Status
open
Closing Date
Jun 1, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waitlist is open and the deadline to apply is June 1st at 5pm.
Parrot Village
Status
open
Closing Date
May 28, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waitlist is open and the deadline to apply is May 28th at 5pm.
Rosefield Village
Status
open
Closing Date
May 11, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Rosefield Village is a mixed-income family housing development offering studio, one, two, and three-bedroom units for households earning 20% to 80% of the Area Median Income. Alameda Unified School District employees earning 20% to 80% of the area's median income are eligible to apply.
Other Programs
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 housing wait lists, including for the Housing Choice Voucher program, are currently closed. Residency in Alameda is not required to apply. Preferences for the HCV waitlist have included FUP Graduates, applicants displaced by public action, special provisions, terminated due to lack of funding, residency, family (senior or disabled), and veterans; selection for previous openings was by random lottery.
The BMR Homeownership waitlist changed from open to closed on August 9, 2026. Pre-applications were accepted for very low-income (50% AMI), low-income (80% AMI), and moderate-income (120% AMI) households, with preference points. A lottery list ranking was held on July 9, 2026, and eligible applications received after July 6, 2026, were placed at the end of their category's ranked list. Applicants need at least a 3% down payment and must qualify for mortgage financing.
The website states that all housing wait lists are currently closed. Information about affordable housing opportunities can be found at https://housingbayarea.mtc.ca.gov/
All housing wait lists at AHA are currently closed. The Housing Authority of the City of Alameda also operates Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) programs.
Several project-based voucher waiting lists, including those for Shinsei Gardens, Breakers at Bayport, China Clipper, Esperanza, Parrot Village, Stanford House, Everett Commons, Alameda Point Collaborative, Rosefield Village, Poppy Place, Anne B. Diament, Lincoln Willow, Independence Plaza, Littlejohn Commons Senior, and Corsair Flats II, are currently closed.
The waitlist is currently closed. Interested parties can sign up for email updates regarding North Housing.
The website states that all housing wait lists are currently closed. Information about affordable housing opportunities can be found at https://housingbayarea.mtc.ca.gov/
The website states that all housing wait lists are currently closed. Information about affordable housing opportunities can be found at https://housingbayarea.mtc.ca.gov/
All housing wait lists at AHA are currently closed. The Housing Authority of the City of Alameda also operates Shelter Plus Care (SPC) programs.
Status History
Deadline: Jun 9, 2026
Deadline: May 28, 2026
Deadline: May 28, 2026
Deadline: May 11, 2026
Official Application
Apply directly through the official City of Alameda Housing Authority 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 City of Alameda Housing Authority
Check Current Status
City of Alameda Housing Authority currently has 9 open waiting lists (Homeownership & Homebuyer Assistance, Other Programs). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at City of Alameda 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 $79,900/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 Alameda Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at City of Alameda Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. City of Alameda Housing Authority manages approximately 1,939 assisted housing units (1,939 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Alameda. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at City of Alameda Housing Authority
Homeownership Homeownership & Homebuyer Assistance open
The Homeownership & Homebuyer Assistance program at City of Alameda Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Alameda. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on July 6, 2026.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at City of Alameda Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Alameda. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on July 31, 2026.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at City of Alameda 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 Alameda. This program serves approximately 1,939 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 City of Alameda 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.
Mod Rehab Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) closed
The Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) program at City of Alameda Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Alameda. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at City of Alameda Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Alameda. 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 Alameda Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at City of Alameda Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Alameda maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
SRO Single Room Occupancy (SRO) closed
The Single Room Occupancy (SRO) program at City of Alameda Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Alameda. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Supportive Supportive & Transitional Housing closed
The Supportive & Transitional Housing program at City of Alameda Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Alameda. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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City of Alameda Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the City of Alameda Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Oakland-Fremont, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $79,900. 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 | $33,600 | $55,950 | $87,550 |
| 2 Persons | $38,400 | $63,950 | $100,050 |
| 3 Persons | $43,200 | $71,950 | $112,550 |
| 4 Persons | $47,950 | $79,900 | $125,050 |
| 5 Persons | $51,800 | $86,300 | $135,100 |
| 6 Persons | $55,650 | $92,700 | $145,100 |
| 7 Persons | $59,500 | $99,100 | $155,100 |
| 8 Persons | $63,300 | $105,500 | $165,100 |
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 City of Alameda Housing Authority — including across state lines.