Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood
Inglewood, California
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About Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood
Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood (HUD agency code CA082) is the public housing agency serving Inglewood, Los Angeles County, California. It administers 1,201 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 12 waiting lists at this agency, covering Affordable, HCV, Homeownership, Other, PBV, Public Housing, FSS, Mainstream, RAD, Senior. As of Apr 26, 2026, all 8 tracked lists are closed to new applications. Status is unconfirmed for 4 further lists.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $75,750 per year, and as Low Income at or below $121,150 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 23 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 28, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Other Programs
10 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 City-Wide Affordable Housing waiting list (not Section 8) is closed; pre-applications were last accepted online from July 10, 2023, to July 17, 2023. Preferences included persons displaced by City of Inglewood activities, current Inglewood residents, persons with disabilities, and those aged 62 and older.
The City-Wide Affordable Housing waiting list, which is not for Section 8, last accepted pre-applications from July 10, 2023, through July 17, 2023. Preferences included persons displaced by City of Inglewood activities, current Inglewood residents, persons with disabilities, and persons aged 62 years and older; a lottery was used to select applicants.
This is a City-Wide Affordable Housing waiting list, explicitly not for Section 8. Preferences are given to persons displaced by City of Inglewood activities, current Inglewood residents, persons with disabilities, and persons aged 62 years and older. A lottery is used to select applicants.
The HCV waiting list was last open from July 13, 2020, to July 20, 2020.
There is no waitlist for the Homeownership Program and applications are currently not being accepted.
This waiting list was for City-Wide Affordable Housing Other Project Based assistance. Maximum income limits applied.
This specific Project-Based Voucher waitlist for 512 Centinela Apartments (one-bedroom for seniors 62+) opened on May 23, 2022, and closed on May 30, 2022, or when sufficient applications were collected. Preferences were given to current residents, existing 512 Centinela waiting list applicants, IHA Section 8 Participants, active IHA Section 8 waiting list applicants, and Inglewood Residents. A random lottery was used to determine the final waitlist.
The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed.
No current waiting list information found for the Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) program.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
No current waiting list information found for Senior Housing.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood 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 Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood
Check Current Status
All 8 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood 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 Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood, 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 $75,750/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 Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood manages approximately 1,201 assisted housing units (1,201 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Inglewood. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood
Affordable Affordable Housing closed
The Affordable Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Inglewood. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood 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 Inglewood. This program serves approximately 1,201 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Homeownership Homeownership & Homebuyer Assistance closed
The Homeownership & Homebuyer Assistance program at Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Inglewood. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Inglewood. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Inglewood. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood 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.
FSS Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) closed
The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program at Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Inglewood. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Inglewood maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Senior Senior Housing closed
The Senior Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Inglewood. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Inglewood are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $75,750. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $31,850 | $53,000 | $84,850 |
| 2 Persons | $36,400 | $60,600 | $96,950 |
| 3 Persons | $40,950 | $68,150 | $109,050 |
| 4 Persons | $45,450 | $75,750 | $121,150 |
| 5 Persons | $49,100 | $81,800 | $130,850 |
| 6 Persons | $52,750 | $87,850 | $140,550 |
| 7 Persons | $56,400 | $93,900 | $150,250 |
| 8 Persons | $60,000 | $100,000 | $159,950 |
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 Inglewood — including across state lines.