Housing Authority of the City of Albany
Albany, Georgia
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About Housing Authority of the City of Albany
Housing Authority of the City of Albany (HUD agency code GA023) is the public housing agency serving Albany, Dougherty County, Georgia. It administers 347 public housing units and 108 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 4 waiting lists at this agency, covering PBRA, PBV, Public Housing, HCV. As of Sep 5, 2026, 3 are open and 1 is closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Albany, GA MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $38,100 per year, and as Low Income at or below $60,950 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 1 status change at this agency, most recently on Aug 25, 2026.
Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Albany Housing Authority has 23 waiting lists for Project-Based Rental Assistance properties in the Albany area. Pre-applications are accepted through an application web portal.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Currently accepting applications for Project-Based Voucher sites including Capital Woods Apartments-Lark Drive, Ida Yarbrough Phase II -280 North Pearl Street, and Steamboat 20.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Preferences include displaced, participating in strive to thrive, stable work history, elderly, disabled, homeless, or veteran; applications are accepted for families and senior/disabled households for specific unit sizes at various AMP locations.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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 waitlist for Housing Choice Vouchers is currently closed, and previously, over 100 pre-applications were randomly selected through a lottery for placement on the waitlist.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Albany directly 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 Housing Authority of the City of Albany
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Albany currently has 3 open waiting lists (Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA), Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing). 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 Albany, 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 $38,100/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 Albany portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Albany, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Albany manages approximately 455 assisted housing units (108 Section 8, 347 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Albany. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Albany
PBRA Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) open
The Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) program at Housing Authority of the City of Albany provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albany. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Albany are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Albany. 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 open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Albany 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 Albany manages approximately 347 Public Housing units in Albany. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Albany 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 Albany. This program serves approximately 108 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Albany?
Housing Authority of the City of Albany Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Albany are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Albany, GA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,100. 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 | $16,000 | $26,700 | $42,700 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,500 | $48,800 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,300 | $54,900 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,100 | $60,950 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,150 | $65,850 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $44,200 | $70,750 |
| 7 Persons | $47,250 | $47,250 | $75,600 |
| 8 Persons | $50,300 | $50,300 | $80,500 |
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 Albany — including across state lines.