Hialeah Housing Authority
Hialeah, Florida
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About Hialeah Housing Authority
The Hialeah Housing Authority, located in Hialeah, Miami-Dade County, Florida, manages approximately 6,747 assisted housing units. These include 5,890 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 857 Public Housing units. The Authority administers various programs, such as Affordable Housing, HCV, Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Public Housing.
Currently, all waiting lists for the Hialeah Housing Authority are closed to new applications. This status applies to all programs offered. However, recent activity indicates that the Public Housing waiting list may transition from closed to opening soon, and prospective applicants should monitor for further announcements.
Eligibility for these programs is based on household income. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Miami-Miami Beach-Kendall, FL HUD Metro FMR Area is $61,950 annually.
Other Programs
5 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 waiting list for 1 and 2-bedroom apartments last accepted applications from August 22, 2022, to August 24, 2022.
The Section 8/HCVP waiting list is closed. A random lottery was conducted on May 4, 2017, for 2,500 families from 60,919 pre-applications. Preferences were given for elderly, disabled, and chronically homeless families.
Preferences are given to non-elderly disabled families who are transitioning out of an institution, at serious risk of institutionalization, experiencing homelessness, or at risk of homelessness.
Interest registration for Project-Based Voucher properties is currently available only for applicants already active on the 2024 Tenant-Based (HCV) waiting list. Registration is optional and does not affect one's position on the HCV waiting list.
The Public Housing waiting list opened from May 21, 2025, to May 23, 2025, accepting online pre-applications for a lottery system that selected 340 families. 0-bedroom units were reserved for individuals aged 62 and older, and only one application per household was permitted.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Hialeah Housing Authority directly at (305) 888-9744 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 Hialeah Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 5 waiting lists at Hialeah 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 Hialeah 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 $61,950/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 Hialeah Housing Authority directly at (305) 888-9744 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 Hialeah Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Hialeah Housing Authority manages approximately 6,747 assisted housing units (5,890 Section 8, 857 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Hialeah. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Hialeah Housing Authority
Affordable Housing closed
The Affordable Housing program at Hialeah Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hialeah. 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 Hialeah 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 Hialeah. This program serves approximately 5,890 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 Hialeah 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Hialeah Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Hialeah. 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 Hialeah Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Hialeah Housing Authority manages approximately 857 Public Housing units in Hialeah. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
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Hialeah Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Hialeah Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Miami-Miami Beach-Kendall, FL HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $61,950. 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 | $26,050 | $43,400 | $69,400 |
| 2 Persons | $29,750 | $49,550 | $79,300 |
| 3 Persons | $33,450 | $55,750 | $89,200 |
| 4 Persons | $37,150 | $61,950 | $99,100 |
| 5 Persons | $40,150 | $66,950 | $107,050 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $71,900 | $115,000 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $76,850 | $122,900 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $81,800 | $130,850 |
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 Hialeah Housing Authority — including across state lines.