Section 8 & Public Housing Waiting Lists in Miami, Florida
There is 1 open waiting list in the Miami area right now. Section 8 Waitlist monitors 3 housing authorities serving Miami, Florida and updates statuses nightly. Below you will find every PHA in the area with current waitlist status, program types, and direct application links.
If no lists are currently open in Miami, we recommend applying to nearby cities as well. There is no limit to the number of waiting lists you can join, and many housing authorities accept applications from non-residents.
Affordable Housing in Miami, Florida
Miami, Florida is served by 3 housing authorities offering federal rental assistance through Section 8 and Public Housing programs. Right now, 1 waiting list is accepting applications in the Miami area. There are also 5 open waitlists within 50 miles that accept applications from non-residents.
Housing programs available in Miami include Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Mainstream, RAD. Of these, the following currently have open waitlists: PBV (1 open).
Latest Opening
Carrfour Supportive Housing, Inc. opened its PBV waitlist .
About Housing in Miami, Florida
Federal rental assistance in Miami, Miami-Dade County is administered by 3 housing authorities: Carrfour Supportive Housing, Inc., Miami Dade Housing and Community Development and Miami Housing Conservation. Together they administer roughly 28,233 assisted housing units — 6,209 public housing units and 22,024 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 25 waiting lists across these agencies. As of Feb 17, 2026, 1 is accepting applications. Another 5 open lists are within 50 miles; most agencies accept applications from non-residents.
HUD sets income eligibility for this area as Miami-Miami Beach-Kendall, FL HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $61,950 per year, and as Low Income at or below $99,100 (HUD FY2025 limits).
Housing Authorities in Miami
Carrfour Supportive Housing, Inc.
Miami, Florida · FL881
Miami Dade Housing and Community Development
Miami, Florida · FL005
Miami Housing Conservation
Miami, Florida · FL145
How to Apply for Section 8 in Miami
To apply for housing assistance in Miami, Florida, submit an application directly to one of the 3 housing authorities serving the Miami area (listed above). Right now, 1 waiting list is accepting applications — apply as soon as possible, as open enrollment periods can close with short notice. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Before applying, gather the following documents for all household members: government-issued photo ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit statements), and proof of current address. For a family of four in this area, income must be below $61,950/year (Very Low Income threshold) to qualify for most programs. Having these ready before a waitlist opens can be the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Housing programs available in Miami include Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Other, Public Housing, Other (Affordable Housing - Non-Homeless), Affordable Housing, Supportive Housing, Other - Non-Homeless Affordable Housing, Mainstream, RAD, Moderate Rehabilitation, Scattered Sites Programs, Rapid Rehousing Program (RRH), Housing Assistance Program (HAP), Sun South. Applying to multiple program types simultaneously improves your chances of receiving assistance. After submitting, you will be placed on the waiting list based on the date of your application and any applicable preferences (veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents).
Miami, Florida Section 8 Income Limits
To qualify for Section 8 or Public Housing in Miami, Florida, your household income must fall within HUD's income limits for the Miami-Miami Beach-Kendall, FL HUD Metro FMR Area area. A family of four must earn less than $61,950 per year (Very Low Income) to be eligible for most programs. The area median family income is $87,200.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
How do income limits affect my eligibility?
Housing authorities in Miami use these income limits to determine who qualifies for rental assistance. Your total household income before taxes is compared against the limit for your household size.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — Most Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and Public Housing programs require your income to be at or below this level. This is the primary eligibility threshold.
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households at this level often receive priority on waiting lists. By law, housing authorities must allocate a portion of vouchers to extremely low-income families.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and locally funded initiatives, accept applicants up to this threshold. Contact individual housing authorities below for their specific requirements.
Nearby Cities with Housing Authorities
Applying to nearby cities increases your chances of receiving assistance sooner. These cities are within 75 miles of Miami and have active housing programs.