Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII
Gulfport, Mississippi
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About Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII
Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII (HUD agency code MS040) is the public housing agency serving Gulfport, Harrison County, Mississippi. It administers 285 public housing units and 8,285 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 4 waiting lists at this agency, covering EHV, Public Housing, HCV, PBV. As of Aug 17, 2026, 2 are open and 2 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 23 status changes at this agency, most recently on Jul 21, 2026.
Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII is currently accepting applications for its Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program. Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII accepts Public Housing pre-applications; if you decline two invitations your application will be purged from the waitlist. To apply, you can start by calling 228-831-2992.
Other Programs
2 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 Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently closed.
Waiting list for Section 8 Project-Based Voucher at North Park Estates Phase I in Gulfport, MS.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII 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 Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII
Check Current Status
Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII currently has 2 open waiting lists (Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV), Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII, 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
Contact Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII directly at 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 Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII manages approximately 8,570 assisted housing units (8,285 Section 8, 285 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Gulfport. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII
EHV Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) open
The Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program at Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Gulfport. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII manages approximately 285 Public Housing units in Gulfport. 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 Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII 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 Gulfport. This program serves approximately 8,285 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 Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Gulfport. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII 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 Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII — including across state lines.