The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi
Biloxi, Mississippi
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About The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi
The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi (HUD agency code MS005) is the public housing agency serving Biloxi, Harrison County, Mississippi. It administers 157 public housing units and 1,632 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 25 waiting lists at this agency, covering Affordable, Other, Public Housing, Senior, HCV, PBV, RAD. As of Feb 10, 2026, 17 are open and 8 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Gulfport-Biloxi, MS HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $40,300 per year, and as Low Income at or below $64,500 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 33 status changes at this agency, most recently on Aug 31, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 22, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list for Affordable Communities three (3) bedroom only is now OPEN. The waiting list for Affordable Communities Three (3) Bedroom Only is now open.
3 Bedroom Only
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 22, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waiting list is specifically for three-bedroom units within Affordable Communities. Names are added to the waiting list based on the date and time of application.
3-Bedroom only
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 22, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list for Affordable Communities three (3) bedroom units opened on August 22, 2025.
3-bedroom
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 22, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist is currently open for three (3) bedroom units only. Names are added to the waiting list based on the date and time of application, with no specific preferences.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 22, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Biloxi Housing Authority's waiting lists for Seashore Oaks Assisted Living and Affordable Communities three (3) bedroom only is now OPEN!.
Assisted Living
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 22, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list for Seashore Oaks Assisted Living is now OPEN.
Assisted Living (Seashore Oaks)
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 22, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waiting list opened on August 22, 2025, and has an elderly preference (62 years or older).
Assisted Living - Seashore Oaks (50+)
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 22, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list for Seashore Oaks Assisted Living is currently open. Residents must be at least 50 years old, with an Elderly preference for applicants aged 62 or older.
Seashore Oaks Assisted Living
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 22, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist has an elderly preference for residents 50 years or older; applicants must undergo medical screening for eligibility.
Seashore Oaks Assisted Living (50+)
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 22, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list for Seashore Oaks Assisted Living opened on August 22, 2025. Residents must be at least 50 years old and an Elderly preference (62 years or older) applies.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 22, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waiting list is for Affordable Communities (three-bedroom only). Names are added to the waiting list based on the date and time of application; there are no other preferences.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list for Senior Communities, One and Two-Bedrooms, is now open.
50+
Status
open
Open Date
May 1, 2019
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waiting list is for residents 50 years or older. There is an Elderly preference (62 years or older) for this waiting list.
Assisted Living
Status
open
Open Date
May 1, 2019
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waiting list is for Senior Assisted Living (50+), and an Elderly preference is given to applicants 62 years or older.
Assisted Living / Senior Housing
Status
open
Open Date
May 1, 2019
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list for Seashore Oaks Assisted Living is currently open. There is an Elderly preference for those 62 years or older for Senior Communities and Assisted Living Facility waiting lists, and residents must be at least 50 years old. Eligibility requires being a family, meeting HUD citizenship/immigration status, passing criminal screening, paying any money owed to BHA, and having income within HUD limits.
Assisted Living Facility
Status
open
Open Date
May 1, 2019
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waiting list has been open since at least May 2019 and serves seniors (50+). Elderly preference (62 years or older) applies.
Senior Assisted Living
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Biloxi Housing Authority (BHA) Senior (50+) Assisted Living waiting list is currently open, since at least May, 2019, until further notice. Waiting lists for a specific community or bedroom size may be closed. To apply, complete the online application.
Other Programs
5 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.
The waiting list for Tenant Based Vouchers (HCV) is closed until further notice.
The Bayview Place Property waiting list closed on April 13, 2025.
The Cadet Point Property waiting list closed on April 13, 2025.
This waiting list is CLOSED until further notice.
This tenant-based rental assistance waiting list closed on April 13, 2025.
The Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list for Affordable Communities closed on April 13, 2025.
The Section 8 Project-Based Voucher (RAD) waiting list was last open in June 2017, with no announced reopening.
The Cadet Point waiting list closed on April 13, 2025, and prioritized applicants aged 62 or older.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi 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 The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi
Check Current Status
The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi currently has 17 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Other Programs, Public Housing, Senior Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi, 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 $40,300/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 The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi manages approximately 1,789 assisted housing units (1,632 Section 8, 157 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Biloxi. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi
Affordable Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Biloxi. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Biloxi. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on April 13, 2025.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi manages approximately 157 Public Housing units in Biloxi. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Senior Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Biloxi. 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 The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi 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 Biloxi. This program serves approximately 1,632 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Biloxi. 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 (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Biloxi maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi Income Limits
Income limits for programs at The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Gulfport-Biloxi, MS HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $40,300. 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 | $16,950 | $28,250 | $45,150 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $32,250 | $51,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $36,300 | $58,050 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $40,300 | $64,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $43,550 | $69,700 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $46,750 | $74,850 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $50,000 | $80,000 |
| 8 Persons | $53,200 | $53,200 | $85,150 |
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 The Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi — including across state lines.