Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Alexandria, Virginia
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About Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority (HUD agency code VA004) is the public housing agency serving Alexandria, Alexandria County, Virginia. It administers 692 public housing units and 2,413 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 9 waiting lists at this agency, covering Affordable, HCV, Homeownership, Mainstream, Mod Rehab, Other, PBV, Public Housing, RAD. As of Jun 20, 2026, all 9 tracked lists are closed to new applications.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $81,950 per year, and as Low Income at or below $106,800 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 7 status changes at this agency, most recently on May 7, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Other Programs
9 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 for Affordable Market Rate Housing were accepted in-person or by email.
The HCVP is NOT accepting applications. When the waiting list is scheduled to open again, this information will be posted online. Preferences apply to a family's place on the list, including Alexandria residents, the elderly/disabled, and veterans.
ARHA is not accepting new requests until further notice; this program allows Section 8 voucher holders to purchase a home.
This waiting list was only for non-elderly (under age 62) disabled household members experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time the application was received, by order of preferences.
Program: Moderate Rehab Other Project Based. Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time the application was received, by order of preferences.
Preferences were not confirmed; selected applicants were placed by date and time, by order of preferences.
Applications were placed on the waiting list by preference and then by date and time of application, though specific preferences were unconfirmed.
No specific opening or application details found; however, the waitlist is confirmed closed.
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.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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 9 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 to apply.
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 Affordable Housing closed
The Affordable 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 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) 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.
Homeownership Homeownership & Homebuyer Assistance closed
The Homeownership & Homebuyer Assistance 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.
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.
Mod Rehab Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) closed
The Moderate Rehabilitation (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.
Other Other Programs closed
The Other Programs 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 (PBV) 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.