How many open Section 8 waiting lists are there in Northern Mariana Islands?

There are currently 14 open waiting lists across 1 housing authorities in Northern Mariana Islands. Browse the listings below to find open applications.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Northern Mariana Islands?

Find a housing authority with an open waiting list in Northern Mariana Islands, then apply directly through the PHA's official portal. Applications are always free. You can apply to multiple housing authorities simultaneously to increase your chances.

Can I apply for Section 8 in Northern Mariana Islands if I live in another state?

Yes. There is no federal requirement to live in Northern Mariana Islands to apply for its waiting lists. While some housing authorities give local preference, you can apply to any PHA in the country.

Northern Mariana Islands Section 8 & Public Housing Waiting Lists

Local Housing Guide 2026

Complete Guide to Section 8 & Public Housing in Northern Mariana Islands

Northern Mariana Islands has 1 housing authorities managing a combined 50 waiting lists across Section 8 (HCV), Public Housing, and Project-Based Voucher programs. Currently, 14 of those lists are accepting applications — an open rate of approximately 28%. This data was last verified on Aug 6, 2026.

The affordable housing programs tracked in Northern Mariana Islands include Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, RAD. Each program has its own eligibility criteria, application process, and wait times. In most cases, applicants can apply to multiple program types at the same housing authority, and there is no limit to the number of housing authorities you can apply to statewide.

The cities with the most open waitlists in Northern Mariana Islands right now are Saipan (14) . Applicants who are flexible about location will generally receive assistance sooner than those who apply to a single waitlist in a high-demand area.

Latest opening: Northern Marianas Housing Coproration — Other (CDBG-DR Programs)

Eligibility Requirements for Northern Mariana Islands

To qualify for assistance in Northern Mariana Islands, applicants must meet specific income and household criteria set by the the local Housing Authority.

Income: Below HUD local limits
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or eligible legal status
Background: Criminal background check required
Residency: Preferences often given to locals

Real-Time Data Verification

Section 8 Waitlist aggregates data from official Northern Mariana Islands legal notices, government press releases, and PHA portal updates. Every listing is cross-referenced with the local Housing Authority to ensure that families receive accurate information for low-income programs.

Section 8 Waitlist Expert Tip

Interested applicants should consider signing up for multiple waiting lists, as wait times tend to vary and many of these waiting lists use a lottery system, meaning names are selected at random. The best way to ensure housing security is to maximize your chances by submitting your name to as many waiting lists as possible during these open periods.

Source: Section 8 Waitlist

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Program Type HCV and Public Housing

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Eligibility Requirements for Northern Mariana Islands

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