Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee
Wenatchee, Washington
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About Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee
Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee (HUD agency code WA064) is the public housing agency serving Wenatchee, Chelan County, Washington. It administers 703 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 17 waiting lists at this agency, covering Other, Public Housing, Rural Development, Senior, HCV, PBV, Mainstream, RAD, VASH. As of Jun 16, 2026, 12 are open and 2 are closed. Status is unconfirmed for 3 further lists.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $48,250 per year, and as Low Income at or below $77,200 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 11 status changes at this agency, most recently on Aug 31, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Immediate openings are available for Agriculture Housing with USDA for 3-5 bedroom units, with short wait times; applicants must be legally permitted to work in the USA and have at least $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months.
Agricultural Housing
Status
open
Additional Notes
Immediate openings available. Waiting lists are open with 3-5 bedroom units having 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.
Agriculture Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone, In-person
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 at least one household member must have made at least $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Feb 11, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Waiting lists are open for multiple elderly/disabled properties in Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Chelan, and Manson; declining two invitations will purge the application, and the current wait time is 7 to 9 years.
USDA Rural Development Housing 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 at least one household member must make at least $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months.
Agricultural Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Immediate openings are available, particularly for 3-5 bedroom units with short wait times. At least one household member must have made at least $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months and be legally permitted to work in the USA.
Agriculture Housing
Status
open
Additional Notes
Immediate openings are available, with short wait times 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, and applicants must be legally permitted to work in the USA.
Agriculture Housing with USDA
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Immediate openings available for 3-5 bedroom units with 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.
USDA Agriculture Housing
Status
open
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 at least one household member must earn a minimum of $4582.50 in qualifying agriculture income in the last 12 months.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Elderly / Disabled Housing
Status
open
Additional Notes
Multiple properties in Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Chelan and Manson with open waiting lists. Properties in Chelan and Manson with small waiting lists.
Elderly/Disabled
Status
open
Open Date
Feb 15, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple (Online, In-person, Phone)
Additional Notes
Multiple properties in Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Chelan, and Manson have open waiting lists; properties in Chelan and Manson have small waiting lists. The senior/disabled public housing waitlist has a current wait time of 7 to 9 years.
Elderly/Disabled Housing
Status
open
Open Date
Feb 12, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Waiting lists are open for multiple properties in Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Chelan, and Manson. Properties in Chelan and Manson currently have small waiting lists; declining two invitations to apply will purge the application.
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.
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.
The Chelan Bluff Apartments waiting list last accepted applications from March 4, 2024, until further notice.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
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.
This program provides specialized Housing Choice Vouchers to eligible low-income Veterans and offers ongoing supportive services from the Community-Based Outpatient Clinic in Wenatchee.
Status History
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.
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 Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee currently has 12 open waiting lists (Other Programs, Public Housing, USDA Rural Development Housing, Senior Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
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.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
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
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs 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.
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.
Rural Development USDA Rural Development Housing open
The USDA Rural Development 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.
Senior Senior Housing open
The Senior 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.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Wenatchee maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) closed
The HUD-VASH program at Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Wenatchee. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee?
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 |
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 Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee — including across state lines.