City of Long Beach Housing Authority
Long Beach, California
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About City of Long Beach Housing Authority
The City of Long Beach Housing Authority (PHA Code: CA068), located in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, California, oversees approximately 7,862 assisted housing units. These units are primarily managed through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
All waiting lists for the City of Long Beach Housing Authority are currently closed. This includes major programs such as the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Voucher (PBV), and Public Housing, which recently transitioned from open to closed status. Other closed programs include Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS), HOPWA, and Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH). Applicants should regularly monitor for future announcements regarding potential waitlist openings.
For income eligibility, a family of four must meet the Very Low Income limit of $75,750 per year, applicable to the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA HUD Metro FMR Area.
Other Programs
16 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 for the Housing Authority of the City of Long Beach are currently closed.
The Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly Section 8) requires families to apply to a waiting list. The website states that the Housing Authority is committed to guiding and supporting participants in this program.
The Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) waiting list is currently closed. This program provides rental assistance to eligible low-income families and individuals with a confirmed HIV/AIDS diagnosis.
All waiting lists for the Housing Authority of the City of Long Beach are currently closed.
The Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) waiting list is currently closed.
The waitlist for rental assistance programs offering financial and technical assistance to seniors, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with HIV is currently closed.
Some Project-Based Voucher (PBV) properties have site-specific waiting lists or referrals only. For example, Anchor Place has no waiting list (referrals from VA only), and American Goldstar Manor has a site-specific waiting list. Beacon Pointe has a PBV Waiting List with 59 Housing Authority Units and 61 COC Units. The Spark at Midtown has a PBV Waiting List.
The Housing Authority of the City of Long Beach states that its waiting lists are closed.
All waiting lists for the Housing Authority of the City of Long Beach are currently closed.
The Shelter Plus Care Program (now Continuum of Care) provides rental assistance and supportive services for hard-to-serve homeless individuals with disabilities. To participate, individuals should reach out to the Multi-Service Center.
The waiting list is currently closed and administered in partnership with the Health Department's Continuum of Care Program.
The Shelter Plus Care and Homeless Assistance Program waiting list is currently closed and is administered in partnership with the Health Department's Continuum of Care Program.
The waiting list is currently closed and typically operates through referrals from the VA.
The Housing Authority of the City of Long Beach's waiting lists are currently closed; HACLB offers assistance to veterans.
The VASH program waiting list is currently closed and typically operates through referrals from the VA.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has notified the Housing Authority that they are ending the Emergency Housing Voucher program. More information can be found on their webpage.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official City of Long Beach Housing Authority 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 City of Long Beach Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 15 waiting lists at City of Long Beach 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 Long Beach 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 $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 City of Long Beach Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at City of Long Beach Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. City of Long Beach Housing Authority manages approximately 7,862 assisted housing units (7,862 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Long Beach. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at City of Long Beach Housing Authority
Family Self-Sufficiency closed
The Family Self-Sufficiency program at City of Long Beach Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Long Beach. 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach. This program serves approximately 7,862 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
HOPWA closed
The HOPWA program at City of Long Beach Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Long Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at City of Long Beach 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.
Other closed
The Other program at City of Long Beach Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Long Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Rental Assistance Programs closed
The Other Rental Assistance Programs program at City of Long Beach Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Long Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at City of Long Beach Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Long Beach. 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 Long Beach 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 closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at City of Long Beach Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Long Beach maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
SPC closed
The SPC program at City of Long Beach Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Long Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Shelter Plus Care closed
The Shelter Plus Care program at City of Long Beach Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Long Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Shelter Plus Care and Homeless Assistance Program closed
The Shelter Plus Care and Homeless Assistance Program program at City of Long Beach Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Long Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing closed
The HUD-VASH program at City of Long Beach Housing Authority combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Long Beach. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing closed
The Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing program at City of Long Beach Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Long Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other closed
The other program at City of Long Beach Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Long Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Voucher closed
The Emergency Housing Voucher program at City of Long Beach Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Long Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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City of Long Beach Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the City of Long Beach Housing Authority 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 City of Long Beach Housing Authority — including across state lines.