Municipality of San Juan
San Juan, Puerto Rico
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About Municipality of San Juan
The Municipality of San Juan Housing Authority, located in San Juan, San Juan County, PR, provides housing assistance for approximately 4,895 units. It serves eligible residents within the San Juan-Guaynabo HUD Metro FMR Area.
Currently, several housing programs are accepting applications. These include Mod Rehab, Moderate Housing, Moderate Rehab, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Public Housing. These programs aim to offer various forms of housing support to the community.
For practical guidance, an example income limit for a family of four classified as Very Low Income is $19,450 per year. Applicants should consult the specific program guidelines to determine their eligibility and application requirements.
Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Alameda Towers I y II (Mod Rehab) and Aptos Luna (Mod Rehab) are listed under Multifamiliar San Juan and Multifamiliar Humacao respectively, indicating ongoing operations.
View original notice — avp.pr.govModerate Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program offers project-based rental assistance across 12 projects. Eligibility requires being a resident of San Juan or neighboring areas and meeting HUD annual income limits.
Moderate Rehab Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Municipality of San Juan invites families in San Juan and surrounding areas to apply for available units under the Moderate Housing Program. This program provides project-based rental assistance across 12 projects. Eligibility includes being a resident of San Juan or neighboring areas and mee...
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Applications are being accepted for Project Base Voucher (PBV) programs. A list of PBV projects is available.
View original notice — avp.pr.govPublic Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications for public housing units in residential buildings are available online.
View original notice — avp.pr.govOther 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 Section 8 program is not currently accepting new applications. Only applications for Project Base Voucher, preferences, and special programs are being accepted.
The Municipality of San Juan implements the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, providing subsidies and/or loans for affordable housing acquisition to low-income individuals and families. General requirements include meeting federal income limits and the property being the primary residence in ...
Program details are available, but the waiting list status is unknown.
No active waitlist information is currently available for this program. It provides subsidies and/or loans for affordable housing acquisition to low-income individuals and families. General requirements include meeting federal income limits and the property being the primary residence in San Juan.
Program details are available, but the waiting list status is unknown.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
Information about a Pre-Qualification Form for this program is available, but the waiting list status is unknown.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Municipality of San Juan 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 Municipality of San Juan
Check Current Status
Municipality of San Juan currently has 5 open waiting lists (Mod Rehab, Moderate Housing, Moderate Rehab, PBV, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Municipality of San Juan, 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 $19,450/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 Municipality of San Juan 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 Municipality of San Juan, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Municipality of San Juan manages approximately 4,895 assisted housing units (4,895 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in San Juan. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Municipality of San Juan
Mod Rehab open
The Mod Rehab program at Municipality of San Juan provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Juan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Moderate Housing open
The Moderate Housing program at Municipality of San Juan provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Juan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Moderate Rehab open
The Moderate Rehab program at Municipality of San Juan provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Juan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Municipality of San Juan are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in San Juan. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Municipality of San Juan 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 Municipality of San Juan 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 San Juan. This program serves approximately 4,895 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
HOME closed
The HOME program at Municipality of San Juan provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Juan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HOME Investment Partnership Program closed
The HOME Investment Partnership Program program at Municipality of San Juan provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Juan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HOME Investment Partnerships closed
The HOME Investment Partnerships program at Municipality of San Juan provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Juan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HOPWA closed
The HOPWA program at Municipality of San Juan provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Juan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Municipality of San Juan 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.
Moderate Housing Program closed
The Moderate Housing Program program at Municipality of San Juan provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Juan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Municipality of San Juan converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in San Juan maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Municipality of San Juan Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Municipality of San Juan are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for San Juan-Guaynabo, PR HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $19,450. 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 | $13,650 | $13,650 | $21,800 |
| 2 Persons | $15,600 | $15,600 | $24,900 |
| 3 Persons | $17,550 | $17,550 | $28,000 |
| 4 Persons | $19,450 | $19,450 | $31,100 |
| 5 Persons | $21,050 | $21,050 | $33,600 |
| 6 Persons | $22,600 | $22,600 | $36,100 |
| 7 Persons | $24,150 | $24,150 | $38,600 |
| 8 Persons | $25,700 | $25,700 | $41,100 |
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 Municipality of San Juan — including across state lines.