Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Last Updated
19 hours ago
About Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency
The Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency (OHFA), located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma (PHA Code: OK901), manages housing assistance for approximately 11,363 households primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
OHFA currently has its Public Housing program open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed to new applicants. Applicants interested in housing assistance should confirm the availability and specific requirements for each program.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Oklahoma City HUD Metro FMR Area is $48,850 per year. Eligibility for all programs depends on meeting specific income guidelines and other criteria established by OHFA.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 19, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Oklahoma City Housing Authority opened the Public Housing Scattered Sites waiting list on May 19, 2025. This program provides affordable public housing opportunities in single-family homes and duplexes throughout Oklahoma City. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply during the open enr...
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.
OHFA offers preferences for homeless individuals/families and persons with disabilities. Proof of disability is required at the time of placement on the waiting list.
No active waitlist information is currently available for individual Mainstream Voucher applications directly administered by OHFA.
No active waitlist information is currently available for individual Project-Based Voucher (PBV) applications directly administered by OHFA.
No active waitlist information is currently available for individual Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) applications directly administered by OHFA.
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency 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 Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency
Check Current Status
Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency 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 Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency, 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 $48,850/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 Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency 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 Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency manages approximately 11,363 assisted housing units (11,363 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Oklahoma City. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. 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 Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency 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 Oklahoma City. This program serves approximately 11,363 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 Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency 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 Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Oklahoma City. 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 Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency?
Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Oklahoma City, OK HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $48,850. 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 | $20,550 | $34,200 | $54,750 |
| 2 Persons | $23,450 | $39,100 | $62,550 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $44,000 | $70,350 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $48,850 | $78,150 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $52,800 | $84,450 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $56,700 | $90,700 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $60,600 | $96,950 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $64,500 | $103,200 |
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 Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency — including across state lines.