About Maryville Housing Authority

Maryville Housing Authority (PHA Code: TN065) provides affordable housing assistance in Maryville, Blount County, Tennessee. The authority manages approximately 756 assisted housing units, comprising 356 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and 400 Public Housing units.

Currently, Maryville Housing Authority is accepting applications for various programs. These include Broadway Towers, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Public Housing, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and several Multi-Family properties, with options available for elderly and disabled individuals. Other specific programs may also be open. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Knoxville, TN HUD Metro FMR Area is $49,700 per year.

Broadway Towers Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Accepting applications — no deadline
Open until further notice
Open Now
Apply Now — Official Portal

Additional Notes

The Broadway Towers waiting list is currently open. To be eligible, you must be 62 or older or disabled. Wait time is up to 6 months.

View original notice — mhatn.com

Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Apply Now — Official Portal

Additional Notes

The average wait time for the Voucher program is close to 2 years. Applications are taken online or in-person.

View original notice — mhatn.com

Multi-Family Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

In-person

Apply Now — Official Portal

Additional Notes

Waitlists for multi-family properties are also open. These are for elderly and disabled people in need of housing. Applicants can also come in person to apply at the Maryville Housing Authority's office, located at 311 Atlantic Avenue in Maryville.

Multi-Family (Elderly/Disabled) Waitlist

Status

open

Open Date

Jun 1, 2024

How to Apply

Multiple

Apply Now — Official Portal

Additional Notes

Broadway Towers waiting list is open for individuals 62 or older or disabled. Wait times for Broadway and Maryville Towers are up to 6 months.

Multi-Family Properties Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Apply Now — Official Portal

Additional Notes

Apply online or in person at 311 Atlantic Avenue, Monday through Thursday from 8 am to 5 pm. These properties are for elderly and disabled people in need of housing.

Multi-family (Elderly/Disabled) Waitlist

Status

open

Open Date

Jun 1, 2024

How to Apply

Multiple

Apply Now — Official Portal

Additional Notes

Eligibility for Broadway Towers requires applicants to be 62 or older or disabled with a 'Very Low Income Limit' requirement; wait time is up to 6 months for Broadway and Maryville Towers.

Multi-family Properties (Elderly/Disabled) Waitlist

Status

open

Open Date

Jun 1, 2024

How to Apply

Multiple

Apply Now — Official Portal

Additional Notes

These properties, including Broadway Towers, are specifically for elderly and disabled individuals. To be eligible for Broadway Towers, applicants must be 62 or older or disabled, with an estimated wait time of up to 6 months.

Other Waitlist

Status

open

Open Date

Jun 1, 2024

How to Apply

Multiple

Apply Now — Official Portal

Additional Notes

This program, referred to as Broadway Towers and multi-family properties, is for individuals who are 62 or older or disabled.

Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist

Status

open

Additional Notes

All other waiting lists are OPEN as well, which includes PBV.

View original notice — mhatn.com

Public Housing Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Apply Now — Official Portal

Additional Notes

Applications are taken online or in-person. Wait time is 12-15 months on average. Housing is based on household members and bedroom size.

View original notice — mhatn.com

Official Application

Apply directly through the official Maryville Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.

Go to Official Site

WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING

Contact Information

Address 311 Atlantic Ave
City Maryville, TN 37801
PHA Code TN065
Section 8 Units 356
Public Housing Units 400

Important Notices

  • Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.

  • Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.

How to Apply at Maryville Housing Authority

1

Check Current Status

Maryville Housing Authority currently has 10 open waiting lists (Broadway Towers, HCV, Multi-Family, Multi-Family (Elderly/Disabled), Multi-Family Properties, Multi-family (Elderly/Disabled), Multi-family Properties (Elderly/Disabled), Other, PBV, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.

2

Gather Required Documents

For Section 8 voucher programs at Maryville 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 $49,700/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.

3

Submit Your Application

Apply directly through the official Maryville Housing Authority 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.

4

After You Apply

Once accepted onto the waiting list at Maryville Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Maryville Housing Authority manages approximately 756 assisted housing units (356 Section 8, 400 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Maryville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.

Programs at Maryville Housing Authority

Broadway Towers open

The Broadway Towers program at Maryville Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Maryville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open

The Housing Choice Voucher program at Maryville 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 Maryville. This program serves approximately 356 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.

Multi-Family open

The Multi-Family program at Maryville Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Maryville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Multi-Family (Elderly/Disabled) open

The Multi-Family (Elderly/Disabled) program at Maryville Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Maryville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Multi-Family Properties open

The Multi-Family Properties program at Maryville Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Maryville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Multi-family (Elderly/Disabled) open

The Multi-family (Elderly/Disabled) program at Maryville Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Maryville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Multi-family Properties (Elderly/Disabled) open

The Multi-family Properties (Elderly/Disabled) program at Maryville Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Maryville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Other open

The Other program at Maryville Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Maryville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

PBV Project-Based Voucher open

Project-Based Vouchers at Maryville Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Maryville. 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 Maryville Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Maryville Housing Authority manages approximately 400 Public Housing units in Maryville. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is applying at Maryville Housing Authority free?
Yes. Applying for any federally-funded housing assistance program is always free. Maryville Housing Authority administers 10 programs (Broadway Towers, HCV, Multi-Family, Multi-Family (Elderly/Disabled), Multi-Family Properties, Multi-family (Elderly/Disabled), Multi-family Properties (Elderly/Disabled), Other, PBV, Public Housing) — none of which charge an application fee. If any website or person asks you to pay money to apply, it is a scam. Always apply directly through the housing authority's official portal or in person at their office at 311 Atlantic Ave, Maryville, TN.
How long is the wait at Maryville Housing Authority?
Wait times at Maryville Housing Authority depend on demand in Maryville, funding levels, and your priority status. With approximately 756 assisted housing units, turnover determines how quickly the list moves. Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement. Contact Maryville Housing Authority directly for current estimated wait times.
Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
Yes. There is no limit to the number of housing authority waiting lists you can join simultaneously. There are 8 other housing authorities within 100 miles of Maryville Housing Authority, including East Tennessee Human Resource Agency (13 mi), Knoxville's Community Development Corporation (16 mi), Lenoir City Housing Authority (17 mi). Applying to multiple PHAs in Tennessee and neighboring states is strongly recommended to increase your chances. Browse all housing authorities in Tennessee.
How do I contact Maryville Housing Authority?
You can reach Maryville Housing Authority by phone at (865) 983-4958. Their office is located at 311 Atlantic Ave, Maryville, TN 37801. You can also email them at jsharpe@mhatn.com. Office hours may vary — call ahead to confirm.
What are the income limits for Maryville Housing Authority?
Income limits for Maryville Housing Authority are set by HUD based on the Area Median Income for Knoxville, TN HUD Metro FMR Area (currently $101,700). For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit (50% AMI) is $49,700. Most Section 8 and Public Housing programs require your household income to be at or below this level. See the full income limits table below.

Maryville Housing Authority Income Limits

Income limits for programs at the Maryville Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Knoxville, TN HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $49,700. 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 $20,900 $34,750 $55,650
2 Persons $23,850 $39,750 $63,600
3 Persons $26,850 $44,700 $71,550
4 Persons $32,150 $49,700 $79,500
5 Persons $37,650 $53,650 $85,900
6 Persons $43,150 $57,650 $92,250
7 Persons $48,650 $61,650 $98,600
8 Persons $54,150 $65,600 $104,950
Source: HUD FY 2025 Income Limits Area Median Income: $101,700 Effective April 1, 2025
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.