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About Housing Authority of the City of Buena Vista
The Housing Authority of the City of Buena Vista, located in Buena Vista, Marion County, Georgia, manages approximately 79 assisted housing units. This authority administers two primary programs: Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).
Currently, the Public Housing program waitlist is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is presently closed. For a family of four applying to the Public Housing program, the very low-income limit is $38,500 per year, which is set for the Columbus, GA-AL HUD Metro FMR Area. Interested applicants should contact the Housing Authority directly for specific application details and current eligibility criteria for the open Public Housing program.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
The Public Housing waitlist for Buena Vista, GA is reportedly open. All apartments are income based, with 79 units ranging from one to four bedrooms; no application fee is required, but a security deposit is.
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 Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) waiting list is currently closed.
Status History
Deadline: Feb 20, 2026
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Buena Vista directly at (706) 571-2800 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 Buena Vista
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Buena Vista currently has 1 open waiting list (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 Buena Vista, 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 $38,500/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 Housing Authority of the City of Buena Vista directly at (706) 571-2800 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 Housing Authority of the City of Buena Vista, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Buena Vista manages approximately 79 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Buena Vista. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Buena Vista
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista manages approximately 79 Public Housing units in Buena Vista. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista. 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 Buena Vista?
Housing Authority of the City of Buena Vista Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Buena Vista are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Columbus, GA-AL HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,500. 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 | $16,200 | $26,950 | $43,150 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,800 | $49,300 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,650 | $55,450 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,500 | $61,600 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,600 | $66,550 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $44,650 | $71,500 |
| 7 Persons | $47,750 | $47,750 | $76,400 |
| 8 Persons | $50,800 | $50,800 | $81,350 |
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 Buena Vista — including across state lines.