Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg
St Petersburg, Florida
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About Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg
The Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg (PHA Code: FL002) is located in St. Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida. This authority manages approximately 4,047 assisted housing units, which include 3,913 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and 134 Public Housing units.
Programs offered by the Housing Authority encompass Affordable Housing (including Palm Bayou and Saratoga Apartments), Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Voucher (PBV), and Public Housing. It is important for prospective applicants to note that all waiting lists for these programs are currently closed.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL MSA area is $52,150 per year. While this information indicates income eligibility parameters, applicants should be aware that all housing assistance waiting lists for the Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg are closed until further notice.
Other Programs
6 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.
Palm Bayou Apartments (WAITLIST CLOSED), Saratoga Apartments (WAITLIST CLOSED).
The waitlist for Palm Bayou Apartments, listed under Affordable Housing, is currently closed.
The waitlist for Saratoga Apartments, listed under Affordable Housing, is currently closed.
Applications for Section 8 vouchers will only be accepted when the wait list is open. Currently, the wait list is closed, and SPHA is not accepting applications.
SPHA is no longer accepting pre-applications for Jordan Park Apartments. To be eligible for the Jordan Park PBV units, applicants MUST have income that does not exceed 60% of the average medium income (AMI) for Pinellas County.
Applications for Public Housing will only be accepted when the wait list is open. Currently, the wait list is closed.
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg
Check Current Status
All 6 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg 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 Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg, 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 Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg 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 Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg manages approximately 4,047 assisted housing units (3,913 Section 8, 134 Public Housing), 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 Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg
Affordable Housing closed
The Affordable Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg 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.
Affordable Housing (Palm Bayou Apartments) closed
The Affordable Housing (Palm Bayou Apartments) program at Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg 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.
Affordable Housing (Saratoga Apartments) closed
The Affordable Housing (Saratoga Apartments) program at Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg 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.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg 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 3,913 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg 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 Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg manages approximately 134 Public Housing units in St Petersburg. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
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Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg 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 Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg — including across state lines.