City of Pensacola Housing Division
Pensacola, Florida
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About City of Pensacola Housing Division
The City of Pensacola Housing Division (PHA Code FL092) serves residents in Pensacola, Escambia County, Florida. This division administers approximately 2,504 assisted housing units, predominantly through Housing Choice Vouchers.
Historically, the City of Pensacola Housing Division managed various programs, including Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, Mainstream, and RAD. They also offered Home Buyers Programs and Housing Rehabilitation Programs. As of now, all waiting lists for these programs are currently closed, and the programs listed are also closed. For applicants, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL MSA area is $49,050 annually.
Other Programs
8 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 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher application waitlist is closed. Notice will be provided to the public when the waitlist will reopen.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
All waiting lists administered by the City of Pensacola Housing Division are currently closed. Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities.
All waiting lists administered by the City of Pensacola Housing Division are currently closed.
All waiting lists administered by the City of Pensacola Housing Division are currently closed.
All waiting lists administered by the City of Pensacola Housing Division are currently closed.
No current waiting list information found for Housing Rehabilitation Programs.
Status History
Official Application
Contact City of Pensacola Housing Division directly at (850) 858-0350 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 City of Pensacola Housing Division
Check Current Status
All 7 waiting lists at City of Pensacola Housing Division 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 Pensacola Housing Division, 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 $49,050/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 City of Pensacola Housing Division directly at (850) 858-0350 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 City of Pensacola Housing Division, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. City of Pensacola Housing Division manages approximately 2,504 assisted housing units (2,504 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Pensacola. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at City of Pensacola Housing Division
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at City of Pensacola Housing Division 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 Pensacola. This program serves approximately 2,504 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Home Buyers Programs closed
The Home Buyers Programs program at City of Pensacola Housing Division provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Pensacola. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Housing Rehabilitation Programs closed
The Housing Rehabilitation Programs program at City of Pensacola Housing Division provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Pensacola. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at City of Pensacola Housing Division 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 City of Pensacola Housing Division are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Pensacola. 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 Pensacola Housing Division 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 Pensacola Housing Division converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Pensacola maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Other closed
The Other program at City of Pensacola Housing Division provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Pensacola. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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City of Pensacola Housing Division Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the City of Pensacola Housing Division are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $49,050. 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 | $20,650 | $34,350 | $54,950 |
| 2 Persons | $23,600 | $39,250 | $62,800 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $44,150 | $70,650 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $49,050 | $78,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $53,000 | $84,800 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $56,900 | $91,100 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $60,850 | $97,350 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $64,750 | $103,650 |
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 Pensacola Housing Division — including across state lines.