Virgin Islands Housing Authority
St Thomas, Virgin Islands
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21 hours ago
About Virgin Islands Housing Authority
The Virgin Islands Housing Authority (VIHA), located in St Thomas, St. Thomas County, VI, manages approximately 2,167 assisted housing units. These units are primarily facilitated through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
VIHA currently offers open waiting lists for its Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Public Housing. Additionally, various Single Room Occupancy (SRO) programs are accepting applications, alongside other housing assistance initiatives.
For prospective applicants, a family of four seeking Very Low Income housing in the St. Thomas Island area should meet an income limit of $46,400 per year. It is important to review specific program requirements for eligibility.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, In-person, Phone, Mail
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open. Applications are available online as a downloadable pre-application, in-person at VIHA HCVP Offices in St. Thomas, or by contacting the St. Thomas HCVP Department at (340) 714-0174. Preferences include near-elderly and victims of domestic violence.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Single Room Occupancy Programs are included in the same pre-application as HCV and PBV and are currently accepting applicants.
Other (Single Room Occupancy) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Single Room Occupancy Programs are currently accepting applicants. Applications are included in the same pre-application as HCV and PBV, available online via the HCV program page or in person at VIHA HCVP Offices in St. Thomas. This program provides eight vouchers for individuals or families in need of housing.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, In-person, Mail
Additional Notes
The Project-Based Voucher waitlist for Patriot Manor in St. Thomas is currently open, with eligibility and application processes generally similar to the tenant-based HCV program. Applications are included in the same pre-application as HCV and SRO programs, available online or in person at VIHA HCVP Offices.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, In-person, Mail
Additional Notes
VIHA is currently accepting pre-applications for families and senior/disabled households, with preferences for victims of natural disaster, rent burden, witness protection, substandard housing, employed/self-employed, official referral from VI Housing Finance Authority's Emergency Housing Program, elderly, or disabled. Applications can be downloaded online, picked up at the office (4402 Anna's Retreat, St. Thomas), or mailed to PO Box 7668, St. Thomas, VI 00801.
SRO Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, In-person, Mail
Additional Notes
Single Room Occupancy Programs are currently accepting applicants and are included in the same pre-application as HCV and PBV. Applications are available online via the HCV program page or in person at VIHA HCVP Offices in St. Thomas.
Single Room Occupancy Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Single Room Occupancy Programs are currently accepting applicants and are included in the same pre-application as HCV and PBV. Applications are available online via the HCV program page or in person at VIHA HCVP Offices in St. Thomas.
Single Room Occupancy Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, In-person, Mail
Additional Notes
These programs are included in the same pre-application as HCV and PBV.
Other Programs
5 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 Emergency Housing Voucher program is referral-based for individuals and families who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, fleeing violence, or recently homeless. Referrals are made by the USVI Continuum of Care Council on Homelessness.
The EHV program is referral-based for individuals and families who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, fleeing violence, or recently homeless. Referrals are made by the USVI Continuum of Care Council on Homelessness.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance for non-elderly persons with disabilities to transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization.
No active waitlist information currently available. The EHV program is referral-based for individuals and families who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, fleeing violence, or recently homeless, with referrals made by the USVI Continuum of Care Council on Homelessness.
VIHA will establish and maintain Multifamily RAD PBRA Site Based Wait Lists for properties converting to project-based rental assistance; however, no active waitlist information or application details are currently available for specific RAD programs.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Virgin Islands Housing Authority 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 Virgin Islands Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Virgin Islands Housing Authority currently has 8 open waiting lists (HCV, Other, Other (Single Room Occupancy), PBV, Public Housing, SRO, Single Room Occupancy, Single Room Occupancy Programs). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Virgin Islands 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 $46,400/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 Virgin Islands 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.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Virgin Islands Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Virgin Islands Housing Authority manages approximately 2,167 assisted housing units (2,167 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in St Thomas. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Virgin Islands Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Virgin Islands 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 St Thomas. This program serves approximately 2,167 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other open
The Other program at Virgin Islands Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in St Thomas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Single Room Occupancy) open
The Other (Single Room Occupancy) program at Virgin Islands Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in St Thomas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Virgin Islands Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in St Thomas. 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 Virgin Islands Housing Authority 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.
SRO open
The SRO program at Virgin Islands Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in St Thomas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Single Room Occupancy open
The Single Room Occupancy program at Virgin Islands Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in St Thomas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Single Room Occupancy Programs open
The Single Room Occupancy Programs program at Virgin Islands Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in St Thomas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Voucher closed
The Emergency Housing Voucher program at Virgin Islands Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in St Thomas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) closed
The Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program at Virgin Islands Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in St Thomas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Virgin Islands 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.
EHV closed
The EHV program at Virgin Islands Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in St Thomas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Virgin Islands Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in St Thomas 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 Virgin Islands Housing Authority?
Virgin Islands Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Virgin Islands Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for St. Thomas Island, VI. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $46,400. 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 | $19,500 | $32,450 | $52,000 |
| 2 Persons | $22,300 | $37,100 | $59,400 |
| 3 Persons | $25,100 | $41,750 | $66,850 |
| 4 Persons | $27,850 | $46,400 | $74,250 |
| 5 Persons | $30,100 | $50,100 | $80,200 |
| 6 Persons | $32,350 | $53,850 | $86,150 |
| 7 Persons | $34,550 | $57,550 | $92,100 |
| 8 Persons | $36,800 | $61,250 | $98,050 |
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 Virgin Islands Housing Authority — including across state lines.