Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg
St Petersburg, Florida
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About Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg
Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg (HUD agency code FL002) is the public housing agency serving St Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida. It administers 134 public housing units and 3,913 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 6 waiting lists at this agency, covering PBV, Affordable, HCV, Public Housing. As of Feb 22, 2026, 1 is open and 5 are closed.
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 Oct 4, 2026.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Oct 5, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Preference is given to households residing in Pinellas County. Applicants must be 62 years of age or older. The waitlist accepts applications for 1 and 2 bedroom units, or until 400 qualified applications are received.
Other Programs
3 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.
There is currently no waitlist for Affordable Housing properties, though income limits apply. Priority is given to military veterans, working families, the elderly or disabled, and victims of domestic violence.
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 are only accepted when the waitlist is open; currently, the list is closed and SPHA is not accepting applications.
Applications for Public Housing are only accepted when the waitlist is open; currently, the waitlist is closed.
Status History
Deadline: Oct 8, 2026
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.
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 Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of St. Petersburg currently has 1 open waiting list (Project-Based Voucher (PBV)). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
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 to apply.
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
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
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. The application window closes on October 8, 2026.
Affordable 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.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) 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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.