City of Albuquerque Housing Authority
Albuquerque, New Mexico
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About City of Albuquerque Housing Authority
City of Albuquerque Housing Authority (HUD agency code NM001) is the public housing agency serving Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It administers 697 public housing units and 4,694 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 14 waiting lists at this agency, covering Affordable, Other, PBV, HCV, Mainstream, Mod Rehab, NED, Public Housing, RAD, SRO. As of Feb 7, 2026, 4 are open and 9 are closed. Status is unconfirmed for 1 further list.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Albuquerque, NM MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $45,700 per year, and as Low Income at or below $73,100 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 25 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 1, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Affordable Housing Units at designated properties
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The pre-application process for the Affordable Housing at designated properties is currently open. Pre-applications will be taken ONLINE ONLY until further notice and will NOT be taken in paper format. Walk-ins will not be accepted.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The pre-application process for Affordable Housing at designated properties is currently open. Federal preferences apply for involuntarily displaced individuals, and local preferences include those who are employed or in school, participating in welfare-to-work or job training programs, or are disabled or elderly.
Notification
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, Phone
Additional Notes
Individuals can sign up to receive notifications and information when AHA's waiting lists for various programs open. For more information, contact AHA staff at 505-764-3920.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Currently accepting online pre-applications for Project Based Vouchers for Felician 2, an affordable housing community with one and two-bedroom units for households with at least one member age 55 and older, and income at or below 30% and 50% of the area median income. Preference is given to active military and veterans.
Opening Soon
1 upcomingPublic Housing Waitlist
Current Status
Opening date arrived — check if accepting applications
Application Window
Oct 5, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026
Details
The Public Housing waiting list will open for all bedroom sizes. Applications will be accepted online.
Other Programs
8 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 waitlist for Affordable Housing Units is currently closed until further notice.
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist is closed until further notice and opens periodically, often using a lottery system.
The waitlist was last open from July 15, 2024, until August 15, 2024; preferences were not confirmed, and selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery, weighed by order of preferences.
The website indicates that the Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) waiting list is closed.
Last accepted applications from July 15, 2024, to August 15, 2024. Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery weighed by preferences. Income limits and criminal background checks apply.
Non-Elderly Disabled vouchers are reserved for households where the head of household or spouse is a person with disabilities under the age of 62, helping them access accessible housing in the private market.
The website indicates that the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) waiting list is closed.
The website indicates that the Single Room Occupancy (SRO) waiting list is closed.
No specific waiting list information found; the Albuquerque Housing Authority offers support services for homeless veterans.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official City of Albuquerque Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 City of Albuquerque Housing Authority
Check Current Status
City of Albuquerque Housing Authority currently has 4 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Other Programs, Project-Based Voucher (PBV)). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at City of Albuquerque Housing Authority, 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 $45,700/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 City of Albuquerque Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at City of Albuquerque Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. City of Albuquerque Housing Authority manages approximately 5,391 assisted housing units (4,694 Section 8, 697 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Albuquerque. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at City of Albuquerque Housing Authority
Affordable Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at City of Albuquerque Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at City of Albuquerque Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at City of Albuquerque Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Albuquerque. 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.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at City of Albuquerque Housing Authority 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 Albuquerque. This program serves approximately 4,694 households. 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 City of Albuquerque Housing Authority 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.
Mod Rehab Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) closed
The Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) program at City of Albuquerque Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
NED Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher closed
The Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher program at City of Albuquerque Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at City of Albuquerque Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. City of Albuquerque Housing Authority manages approximately 697 Public Housing units in Albuquerque. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at City of Albuquerque Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Albuquerque maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
SRO Single Room Occupancy (SRO) closed
The Single Room Occupancy (SRO) program at City of Albuquerque Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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City of Albuquerque Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the City of Albuquerque Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Albuquerque, NM MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $45,700. 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 | $19,200 | $32,000 | $51,200 |
| 2 Persons | $21,950 | $36,600 | $58,500 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $41,150 | $65,800 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $45,700 | $73,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $49,400 | $78,950 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $53,050 | $84,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $56,700 | $90,650 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $60,350 | $96,500 |
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 City of Albuquerque Housing Authority — including across state lines.