Boley Centers, Inc.
St Petersburg, Florida
Last Updated
3 hours ago
About Boley Centers, Inc.
Boley Centers, Inc. (HUD agency code FL888) is the public housing agency serving St Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida. It administers 210 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 15 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, HOPWA, Mainstream, Other, PBV, Public Housing, Section 202, Supportive. As of Jun 19, 2026, all 15 tracked lists are closed to new applications.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $52,150 per year, and as Low Income at or below $83,450 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 5 status changes at this agency, most recently on Jul 30, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
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 program waiting list is currently closed.
The HOPWA Tenant Based Rental Assistance Voucher Program waiting list is currently closed.
Boley Centers Housing's HOPWA waiting list is currently closed. This program provides tenant-based rental assistance for households affected by HIV/AIDS, allowing them to pay no more than 30% of their income for rent.
Although not explicitly listed, based on the general statement that Boley Centers' waitlists are currently closed, the Section 8 Mainstream Housing Vouchers waitlist is inferred to be closed.
This program provides tenant-based rental assistance for households affected by HIV/AIDS. The HOPWA waiting list is currently closed.
The HUD 811 Supportive Housing Program waiting list is currently closed. The website also mentions 'Boley Centers HUD 811 Wait List is now CLOSED'.
The HUD 811 Supportive Housing Program waiting list is currently closed. An announcement on page 5 states 'Boley Centers HUD 811 Wait List is now CLOSED'.
The HUD 811 Supportive Housing Program waiting list is currently closed. Eligibility is for persons with mental health disabilities and extremely-low to very-low income, requiring verification of a severe and persistent mental health diagnosis for the Head of Household. Units are unfurnished one-bedroom with a maximum occupancy of two people, allowing one warm-blooded pet under 25 pounds with a $200 deposit. Applicants are placed on the waiting list in the order applications are received.
These programs are for persons with mental health disabilities and extremely-low to very-low income, requiring the Head of Household to have a severe and persistent mental health diagnosis. Units are unfurnished one-bedroom with a maximum occupancy of two people, and one warm-blooded pet under 25 pounds is allowed with a $200 pet deposit. To be eligible, the annual household gross income cannot exceed 50% of the Area Median Family Income (AMI).
The waiting list for HUD Section 811 and 202/8 Multifamily Project Rental Assistance Programs previously opened in June 2025 and is now closed. These programs provide supportive housing for individuals with mental health disabilities and extremely-low to very-low income. Head of Household must have a severe and persistent mental health diagnosis. Units are unfurnished one-bedroom, maximum two people, and one warm-blooded pet under 25 lbs with a $200 deposit is allowed. Applications were processed in order of receipt.
The Public Housing waitlist for Boley Centers, Inc. in St. Petersburg, FL is currently closed.
The HUD Section 811 and 202/8 Multifamily Project Rental Assistance (PRA) Programs waiting list was open from June 23, 2025, to June 27, 2025. Eligibility includes persons with mental health disabilities and extremely-low to very-low income, requiring verification of a severe and persistent mental health diagnosis for the Head of Household. Units are unfurnished one-bedroom, with a maximum occupancy of two people and allowing one warm-blooded pet under 25 pounds with a $200 deposit.
The waiting list for the HUD Section 811 and 202/8 Multifamily Project Rental Assistance (PRA) Programs had an application period from June 23, 2025 to June 27, 2025, which has now passed. This program provides supportive housing for persons with mental health disabilities and extremely-low to very-low income.
Boley Centers HUD 811 waiting list is currently closed.
Boley Centers provides supportive housing for persons with mental health disabilities and extremely-low to very-low income, offering unfurnished one-bedroom units with a maximum occupancy of two people and allowing one pet under 25 lbs with a deposit.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Boley Centers, Inc. 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 Boley Centers, Inc.
Check Current Status
All 15 waiting lists at Boley Centers, Inc. 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 Boley Centers, Inc., 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 $52,150/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 Boley Centers, Inc. portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Boley Centers, Inc., keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Boley Centers, Inc. manages approximately 210 assisted housing units (210 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in St Petersburg. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Boley Centers, Inc.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Boley Centers, Inc. 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 St Petersburg. This program serves approximately 210 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
HOPWA Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA) closed
The Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA) program at Boley Centers, Inc. provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in St Petersburg. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Boley Centers, Inc. 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 Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Boley Centers, Inc. provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in St Petersburg. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Boley Centers, Inc. are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in St Petersburg. 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 Boley Centers, Inc. 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.
Section 202 Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly closed
The Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly program at Boley Centers, Inc. provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in St Petersburg. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Supportive Supportive & Transitional Housing closed
The Supportive & Transitional Housing program at Boley Centers, Inc. provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in St Petersburg. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Boley Centers, Inc. Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Boley Centers, Inc. are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $52,150. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $21,950 | $36,500 | $58,450 |
| 2 Persons | $25,050 | $41,700 | $66,800 |
| 3 Persons | $28,200 | $46,950 | $75,150 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $52,150 | $83,450 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $56,350 | $90,150 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $60,500 | $96,850 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $64,700 | $103,500 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $68,850 | $110,200 |
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 Boley Centers, Inc. — including across state lines.