About Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee

The Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee (PHA Code: WA064), located in Wenatchee, Chelan County, Washington, manages approximately 703 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 vouchers. This authority provides housing assistance to eligible individuals and families within its service area.

Currently, the Housing Authority is accepting applications for a range of programs. These include Agricultural Housing (with various USDA affiliations), Elderly/Disabled Housing, Public Housing, and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV). Other housing assistance programs are also open for applicants. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA MSA area is $48,250 annually.

Agricultural Housing Waitlist

Status

open

Accepting applications — no deadline
Open until further notice
Open Now

Additional Notes

Immediate openings available. 3-5 bedroom units have short wait times. Must be legally permitted to work in the USA and at least one household member must make at least $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months.

View original notice — ccwha.com

Agricultural Housing (USDA) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Apply Now — Official Portal

Additional Notes

Immediate openings are available for 3-5 bedroom units with short wait times. At least one household member must make at least $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months, and applicants must be legally permitted to work in the USA.

Agricultural Housing with USDA Waitlist

Status

open

Additional Notes

Immediate openings are available for 3-5 bedroom units with short wait times. At least one household member must make at least $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months, and all must be legally permitted to work in the USA.

Agriculture Housing Waitlist

Status

open

Additional Notes

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS AVAILABLE! Waiting lists are open with 3-5 bedroom units having short wait times. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the USA, and at least one household member must have made at least $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months.

Agriculture Housing with USDA Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Apply Now — Official Portal

Additional Notes

Waiting lists are open with immediate openings available for 3-5 bedroom units, having short wait times. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the USA, and at least one household member must have made at least $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months. Applications...

Elderly / Disabled Housing Waitlist

Status

open

Additional Notes

Multiple properties in Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Chelan and Manson with open waiting lists. Properties in Chelan and Manson have small waiting lists.

View original notice — ccwha.com

Elderly/Disabled Housing Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Additional Notes

Multiple properties in Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Chelan, and Manson have open waiting lists, with shorter lists in Chelan and Manson.

Other Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Apply Now — Official Portal

Additional Notes

Immediate openings are available for 3-5 bedroom Agricultural Housing units with short wait times. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the USA, and at least one household member must have at least $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months.

Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Additional Notes

Immediate openings are available for 3-5 bedroom units with short wait times. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the USA, and one household member must have at least $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months.

Public Housing Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Additional Notes

All low-income housing options generally have long waitlists.

USDA Agriculture Housing Waitlist

Status

open

Additional Notes

Waiting lists are open for Agriculture Housing with USDA for 3-5 bedroom units. At least one household member must make at least $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months.

other Waitlist

Status

open

Additional Notes

This program has immediate openings for 3-5 bedroom units; applicants must be legally permitted to work in the USA and have at least one household member earning at least $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months.

Other Programs

1 program

These 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.

Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)
Closed

Registration is by a lottery process, which is only opened periodically. Preference is given to households that are at 30 percent or less of AMI and those who are homeless.

This waitlist is currently closed. It is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when it reopens.

Status History

PBV Opened Mar 30, 2026
PBV Closed Mar 27, 2026
PBV Opened Mar 24, 2026
Public Housing Opened Feb 18, 2026

Official Application

Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.

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WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING

Contact Information

Address 1555 Methow St
City Wenatchee, WA 98801
PHA Code WA064
Section 8 Units 703

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 Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee

1

Check Current Status

Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee currently has 12 open waiting lists (Agricultural Housing, Agricultural Housing (USDA), Agricultural Housing with USDA, Agriculture Housing, Agriculture Housing with USDA, Elderly / Disabled Housing, Elderly/Disabled Housing, Other, PBV, Public Housing, USDA Agriculture Housing, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.

2

Gather Required Documents

For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee, 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 $48,250/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 Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee 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 Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee manages approximately 703 assisted housing units (703 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Wenatchee. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.

Programs at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee

Agricultural Housing open

The Agricultural Housing program at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wenatchee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Agricultural Housing (USDA) open

The Agricultural Housing (USDA) program at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wenatchee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Agricultural Housing with USDA open

The Agricultural Housing with USDA program at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wenatchee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Agriculture Housing open

The Agriculture Housing program at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wenatchee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Agriculture Housing with USDA open

The Agriculture Housing with USDA program at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wenatchee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Elderly / Disabled Housing open

The Elderly / Disabled Housing program at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wenatchee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Elderly/Disabled Housing open

The Elderly/Disabled Housing program at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wenatchee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Other open

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

PBV Project-Based Voucher open

Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Wenatchee. 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 Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee 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.

USDA Agriculture Housing open

The USDA Agriculture Housing program at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wenatchee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

other open

The other program at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wenatchee. 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 Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee 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 Wenatchee. This program serves approximately 703 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is applying at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee free?
Yes. Applying for any federally-funded housing assistance program is always free. Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee administers 13 programs (Agricultural Housing, Agricultural Housing (USDA), Agricultural Housing with USDA, Agriculture Housing, Agriculture Housing with USDA, Elderly / Disabled Housing, Elderly/Disabled Housing, Other, PBV, Public Housing, USDA Agriculture Housing, other, HCV) — 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 1555 Methow St, Wenatchee, WA.
How long is the wait at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee?
Wait times at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee depend on demand in Wenatchee, funding levels, and your priority status. With approximately 703 assisted housing units, turnover determines how quickly the list moves. The most recent status change we tracked was on March 30, 2026 when the PBV list changed from "closed" to "open." Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement. Contact Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee 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 Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee, including Housing Authority of Of Grant County (49 mi), Housing Authority of City of Yakima (55 mi), Housing Authority City of Othello (66 mi). Applying to multiple PHAs in Washington and neighboring states is strongly recommended to increase your chances. Browse all housing authorities in Washington.
How do I contact Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee?
You can reach Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee by phone at (509) 663-7421. Their office is located at 1555 Methow St, Wenatchee, WA 98801. You can also email them at sasha@ccwha.com. Office hours may vary — call ahead to confirm.
What are the income limits for Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee?
Income limits for Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee are set by HUD based on the Area Median Income for Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA MSA (currently $96,500). For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit (50% AMI) is $48,250. 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.

Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee Income Limits

Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $48,250. 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 $20,300 $33,800 $54,050
2 Persons $23,200 $38,600 $61,800
3 Persons $26,650 $43,450 $69,500
4 Persons $32,150 $48,250 $77,200
5 Persons $37,650 $52,150 $83,400
6 Persons $43,150 $56,000 $89,600
7 Persons $48,650 $59,850 $95,750
8 Persons $54,150 $63,700 $101,950
Source: HUD FY 2025 Income Limits Area Median Income: $96,500 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.