Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author
Saint Marys, Georgia
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21 hours ago
About Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author
The Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Authority (PHA Code: GA282) is located in Saint Marys, Camden County, Georgia. This authority manages approximately 164 assisted housing units and offers various housing programs, including Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream Vouchers, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and RAD.
Currently, the Public Housing program waitlist is open for applications. The HCV, Mainstream, PBV, and RAD programs are closed to new applicants. Recent changes indicate that both RAD and PBV programs have transitioned from an unknown status to closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Camden County, GA area is $43,300 per year. Applicants should note these program statuses when considering applying.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted for families and senior/disabled individuals; applicants are placed on the waiting list by the date and time the application is received, with no stated preferences.
Other Programs
4 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.
No current Section 8 waiting lists are open for St. Marys, Georgia, as of February 19, 2026.
No active waitlist information is currently available for Mainstream Vouchers, which provide rental assistance for non-elderly persons with disabilities.
No active waitlist information is currently available for Project-Based Vouchers, which are tied to specific housing units.
No active waitlist information is currently available for the Rental Assistance Demonstration program.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author 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 Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author
Check Current Status
Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author 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 Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author, 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 $43,300/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 Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author 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 Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author manages approximately 164 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Saint Marys. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author manages approximately 164 Public Housing units in Saint Marys. 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 Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author 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 Saint Marys. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Saint Marys. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Saint Marys maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author?
Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Camden County, GA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $43,300. 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 | $18,200 | $30,350 | $48,550 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,650 | $55,450 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $43,300 | $69,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $46,800 | $74,850 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $50,250 | $80,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $53,700 | $85,950 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $57,200 | $91,500 |
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 Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Author — including across state lines.