Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Alexandria, Virginia
Last Updated
19 hours ago
About Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority
The Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority (ARHA), PHA Code VA004, is located in Alexandria, Alexandria County, Virginia. This authority manages approximately 3,105 assisted housing units. These include 2,413 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 692 Public Housing units.
ARHA administers various housing programs, including Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. All waiting lists for programs managed by the Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority are currently closed. This includes Public Housing, HCV, and other programs like Affordable Market Rate Housing, Mainstream, and Moderate Rehabilitation.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for eligibility in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD HUD Metro FMR Area is $81,950 per year. Income limits vary by family size and are determined by HUD.
Other Programs
12 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.
Applications were last accepted by visiting the ARHA main office or by sending an email.
Preferences apply to place on the list, including Alexandria residents, the elderly/disabled, and veterans. Criminal checks are performed.
This program targets non-elderly (under age 62) disabled household members who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of institutionalization.
Assistance is unit-based and cannot be transferred, and selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time the application was received, by order of preferences. All Moderate Rehabilitation units are owned and managed by ARHA.
Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time the application was received, then by order of preferences.
This is a unit-based program, and assistance cannot be transferred to another unit.
Applications were last accepted online, with selected applicants placed on the waiting list by date and time received, then by order of preferences.
This program is for Affordable Market Rate Housing.
Applications were accepted at the ARHA main office or by email.
This program offers efficiency and 1-bedroom units. Applications could be completed in-person at the ARHA office, picked up, or requested by phone or email for mail delivery.
This is a unit-based program with 109 apartment units in the Hopkins Tancil area of "Old-Town". Assistance is based on the unit, not the individual via a voucher.
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 Alexandria Redevelopment & 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 Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 10 waiting lists at Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Alexandria Redevelopment & 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 $81,950/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 Alexandria Redevelopment & 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 Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority manages approximately 3,105 assisted housing units (2,413 Section 8, 692 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Alexandria. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Affordable Market Rate Housing closed
The Affordable Market Rate Housing program at Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Alexandria. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Alexandria Redevelopment & 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 Alexandria. This program serves approximately 2,413 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 Alexandria Redevelopment & 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.
Moderate Rehab closed
The Moderate Rehab program at Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Alexandria. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Moderate Rehab Program closed
The Moderate Rehab Program program at Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Alexandria. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Moderate Rehabilitation closed
The Moderate Rehabilitation program at Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Alexandria. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Moderate Rehabilitation Program closed
The Moderate Rehabilitation Program program at Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Alexandria. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other closed
The Other program at Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Alexandria. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Alexandria. 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 closed
Public Housing units at Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority manages approximately 692 Public Housing units in Alexandria. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Mod Rehab closed
The Mod Rehab program at Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Alexandria. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Alexandria maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $81,950. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $34,450 | $57,400 | $74,800 |
| 2 Persons | $39,350 | $65,600 | $85,450 |
| 3 Persons | $44,250 | $73,800 | $96,150 |
| 4 Persons | $49,150 | $81,950 | $106,800 |
| 5 Persons | $53,100 | $88,550 | $115,350 |
| 6 Persons | $57,050 | $95,100 | $123,900 |
| 7 Persons | $60,950 | $101,650 | $132,450 |
| 8 Persons | $64,900 | $108,200 | $141,000 |
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 Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority — including across state lines.