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Section 8 and public housing · Virginia

Housing Authorities in Virginia

Virginia has 41 public housing agencies. 39 of them hand out Section 8 vouchers (61,457 in total) and 26 manage public housing (13,062 units). Find the one for your city or county below, with its phone number and address.

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Largest housing authorities in Virginia

AgencyCitySection 8 vouchersPublic housing units
Virginia Housing Development AuthorityRichmond10,2090
Richmond Redevelopment & Housing AuthorityRichmond4,3673,228
Norfolk Redevelopment & Housing AuthorityNorfolk5,4642,062
Fairfax County Redevelopment & Hsg AuthorityFairfax5,3290
Newport News Redevelopment & Housng AuthorityNewport News3,125799
Roanoke Redevelopment & Housing AuthorityRoanoke2,3621,277
Hampton Redevelopment & Housing AuthorityHampton3,259292
Portsmouth Redevelopment & Housing AuthorityPortsmouth2,719564
Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing AuthorityAlexandria2,484692
Danville Redevelopment & Housing AuthorityDanville1,772541

All housing authorities in Virginia by city

Sorted by the city where each agency has its office. Most agencies serve their city or county; regional and state agencies cover wider areas.

A

Abingdon Redevelopment and Housing Authority

Abingdon, Washington County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(276) 628-5661
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address190 E Main St, Abingdon, VA 24210 · Directions
  • Vouchers121 Section 8 vouchers, 77 in use
  • Public housing28 units, 25 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $28,650 for 1 person, $40,900 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $65,450 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$845 for 1 bedroom, $1,091 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates it Substandard Financial under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS): the overall score passed, but the financial indicator fell short. To apply, call (276) 628-5661 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA032.

People Inc. of Southwest

Abingdon, Washington County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(276) 623-9000
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address1173 W Main St, Abingdon, VA 24210 · Directions
  • Vouchers168 Section 8 vouchers, 91 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $28,650 for 1 person, $40,900 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$845 for 1 bedroom, $1,091 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (276) 623-9000 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA042.

Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Auth

Accomac, Accomack County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(757) 787-2800
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address23372 Front St, Accomac, VA 23301 · Directions
  • Vouchers570 Section 8 vouchers, 438 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $28,000 for 1 person, $39,950 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$882 for 1 bedroom, $1,110 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (757) 787-2800 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA040.

Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Alexandria, Alexandria County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(703) 549-7115
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address401 Wythe St, Alexandria, VA 22314 · Directions
  • Vouchers2,484 Section 8 vouchers, 1,645 in use
  • Public housing692 units, 392 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $58,150 for 1 person, $83,050 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $106,800 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$2,204 for 1 bedroom, $2,438 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (703) 549-7115 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA004.

Arlington County Dept of Human Services

Arlington, Arlington County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(703) 228-1450
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address2100 Washington Blvd Fl 3, Arlington, VA 22204 · Directions
  • Vouchers1,827 Section 8 vouchers, 1,508 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $58,150 for 1 person, $83,050 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$2,204 for 1 bedroom, $2,438 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (703) 228-1450 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA028.

B

Big Stone Gap Redevelopment and Housing Auth.

Big Stone Gap, Wise County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(276) 523-4788
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address170 Dogwood Ter, Big Stone Gap, VA 24219 · Directions
  • Vouchers166 Section 8 vouchers, 127 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $28,000 for 1 person, $39,950 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$722 for 1 bedroom, $943 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (276) 523-4788 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA038.

Bristol Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Bristol, Bristol County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(276) 642-2001
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address120 Hope Ln, Bristol, VA 24201 · Directions
  • Vouchers346 Section 8 vouchers, 209 in use
  • Public housing410 units, 338 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $28,650 for 1 person, $40,900 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $65,450 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$845 for 1 bedroom, $1,091 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (276) 642-2001 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA002.

C

Charlottesville Redev & Housing Authority

Charlottesville, Charlottesville County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(434) 326-4672
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address500 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902 · Directions
  • Vouchers677 Section 8 vouchers, 557 in use
  • Public housing346 units, 245 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $48,450 for 1 person, $69,150 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $106,800 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,442 for 1 bedroom, $1,642 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (434) 326-4672 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA016.

County of Albemarle/Office of Housing

Charlottesville, Albemarle County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(434) 296-5832
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address1600 5th St, Charlottesville, VA 22902 · Directions
  • Vouchers574 Section 8 vouchers, 317 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $48,450 for 1 person, $69,150 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,442 for 1 bedroom, $1,642 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (434) 296-5832 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA036.

Chesapeake Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Chesapeake, Chesapeake County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(757) 523-0401
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address1468 S Military Hwy, Chesapeake, VA 23320 · Directions
  • Vouchers2,011 Section 8 vouchers, 1,566 in use
  • Public housing250 units, 240 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $37,700 for 1 person, $53,850 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $86,150 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,488 for 1 bedroom, $1,667 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (757) 523-0401 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA012.

Wise County Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Coeburn, Wise County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(276) 395-6104
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address107 Litchfield St NW, Coeburn, VA 24230 · Directions
  • Vouchers751 Section 8 vouchers, 511 in use
  • Public housing193 units, 166 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $28,000 for 1 person, $39,950 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $63,900 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$722 for 1 bedroom, $943 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (276) 395-6104 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA024.

Covington Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Covington, Covington County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(540) 946-9230
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address106 N Maple Ave, Covington, VA 24426 · Directions
  • Vouchers62 Section 8 vouchers, 45 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $28,000 for 1 person, $39,950 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$790 for 1 bedroom, $943 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (540) 946-9230 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA037.

D

Danville Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Danville, Danville County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(434) 792-5544
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address135 Jones Xing, Danville, VA 24541 · Directions
  • Vouchers1,772 Section 8 vouchers, 1,114 in use
  • Public housing541 units, 401 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $28,000 for 1 person, $39,950 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $63,900 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$765 for 1 bedroom, $943 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (434) 792-5544 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA010.

Scott County Redev. & Housing Authority

Duffield, Scott County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(276) 431-2022
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address, Duffield, VA 24244 · Directions
  • Vouchers201 Section 8 vouchers, 162 in use
  • Public housing111 units, 102 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $28,650 for 1 person, $40,900 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $65,450 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$845 for 1 bedroom, $1,091 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (276) 431-2022 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA031.

F

Fairfax County Redevelopment & Hsg Authority

Fairfax, Fairfax County County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(703) 653-7130
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address3700 Pender Dr Ste 300, Fairfax, VA 22030 · Directions
  • Vouchers5,329 Section 8 vouchers, 4,747 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $58,150 for 1 person, $83,050 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$2,204 for 1 bedroom, $2,438 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (703) 653-7130 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA019.

Franklin Redevelopment and Housing Authority

Franklin, Franklin City County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(757) 562-0384
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address1343 Armory Dr, Franklin, VA 23851 · Directions
  • Vouchers366 Section 8 vouchers, 298 in use
  • Public housing4 units, 4 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $33,600 for 1 person, $48,000 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $76,800 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$897 for 1 bedroom, $1,032 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (757) 562-0384 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA018.

H

Hampton Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Hampton, Hampton County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(757) 727-6337
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address1 Franklin St Ste 603, Hampton, VA 23669 · Directions
  • Vouchers3,259 Section 8 vouchers, 2,901 in use
  • Public housing292 units, 248 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $37,700 for 1 person, $53,850 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $86,150 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,488 for 1 bedroom, $1,667 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (757) 727-6337 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA017.

Harrisonburg Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(540) 434-7386
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address286 Kelley St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802 · Directions
  • Vouchers979 Section 8 vouchers, 683 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $34,200 for 1 person, $48,850 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,044 for 1 bedroom, $1,264 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (540) 434-7386 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA014.

Hopewell Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Hopewell, Hopewell County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(804) 458-5160
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address350 E Poythress St, Hopewell, VA 23860 · Directions
  • Vouchers611 Section 8 vouchers, 516 in use
  • Public housing256 units, 236 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $39,750 for 1 person, $56,750 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $90,800 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,517 for 1 bedroom, $1,651 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (804) 458-5160 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA005.

J

Lee County Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Jonesville, Lee County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(276) 346-3910
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address124 Garden Dr, Jonesville, VA 24263 · Directions
  • Vouchers532 Section 8 vouchers, 326 in use
  • Public housing74 units, 73 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $28,000 for 1 person, $39,950 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $63,900 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$721 for 1 bedroom, $943 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (276) 346-3910 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA034.

L

Cumberland Plateau Regional Housing Authority

Lebanon, Russell County · Public housing only

  • Phone(276) 889-4910
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address35 Fox Meadows Dr, Lebanon, VA 24266 · Directions
  • Public housing309 units, 281 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $28,000 for 1 person, $39,950 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $63,900 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$765 for 1 bedroom, $943 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (276) 889-4910 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA029.

Loudoun County DHCD

Leesburg, Loudoun County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(703) 737-8323
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address106 Catoctin Cir SE, Leesburg, VA 20175 · Directions
  • Vouchers821 Section 8 vouchers, 604 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $58,150 for 1 person, $83,050 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$2,204 for 1 bedroom, $2,438 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (703) 737-8323 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA035.

Lynchburg Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Lynchburg, Lynchburg County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(434) 485-7200
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address1948 Thomson Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24501 · Directions
  • Vouchers1,224 Section 8 vouchers, 856 in use
  • Public housing328 units, 302 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $30,950 for 1 person, $44,150 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $70,650 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$971 for 1 bedroom, $1,117 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (434) 485-7200 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA013.

M

Marion Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Marion, Smyth County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(276) 783-3381
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address237 Miller Ave, Marion, VA 24354 · Directions
  • Vouchers250 Section 8 vouchers, 217 in use
  • Public housing238 units, 237 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $28,000 for 1 person, $39,950 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $63,900 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$741 for 1 bedroom, $943 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (276) 783-3381 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA030.

N

Buckingham Housing Development Corp. Inc.

New Canton, Buckingham County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(434) 581-2605
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address19 N Gold Hill Vlg, New Canton, VA 23123 · Directions
  • Vouchers137 Section 8 vouchers, 114 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $29,750 for 1 person, $42,450 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$866 for 1 bedroom, $943 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (434) 581-2605 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA044.

Newport News Redevelopment & Housng Authority

Newport News, Newport News County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(757) 928-2620
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address227 27th St, Newport News, VA 23607 · Directions
  • Vouchers3,125 Section 8 vouchers, 2,551 in use
  • Public housing799 units, 682 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $37,700 for 1 person, $53,850 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $86,150 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,488 for 1 bedroom, $1,667 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (757) 928-2620 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA003.

Norfolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Norfolk, Norfolk County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(757) 623-1111
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address555 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510 · Directions
  • Vouchers5,464 Section 8 vouchers, 4,366 in use
  • Public housing2,062 units, 1,717 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $37,700 for 1 person, $53,850 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $86,150 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,488 for 1 bedroom, $1,667 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (757) 623-1111 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA006.

Norton Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Norton, Norton County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(276) 679-0020
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address200 6th St NW, Norton, VA 24273 · Directions
  • Vouchers113 Section 8 vouchers, 100 in use
  • Public housing218 units, 216 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $28,000 for 1 person, $39,950 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $63,900 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$722 for 1 bedroom, $943 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (276) 679-0020 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA015.

P

Petersburg Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Petersburg, Petersburg County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(804) 733-2200
  • Address128A S Sycamore St, Petersburg, VA 23803 · Directions
  • Vouchers1,078 Section 8 vouchers, 1,028 in use
  • Public housing70 units, 46 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $39,750 for 1 person, $56,750 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $90,800 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,517 for 1 bedroom, $1,651 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (804) 733-2200 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA020.

Portsmouth Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Portsmouth, Portsmouth County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(757) 399-5261
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address3116 South St, Portsmouth, VA 23707 · Directions
  • Vouchers2,719 Section 8 vouchers, 1,997 in use
  • Public housing564 units, 345 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $37,700 for 1 person, $53,850 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $86,150 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,488 for 1 bedroom, $1,667 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (757) 399-5261 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA001.

R

Richmond Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Richmond, Richmond City County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(804) 780-4200
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address600 E Broad St Fl 4, Richmond, VA 23219 · Directions
  • Vouchers4,367 Section 8 vouchers, 3,866 in use
  • Public housing3,228 units, 2,556 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $39,750 for 1 person, $56,750 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $90,800 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,517 for 1 bedroom, $1,651 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (804) 780-4200 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA007.

Virginia Housing Development Authority

Richmond, Richmond City County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(804) 584-4764
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address601 S Belvidere St, Richmond, VA 23220 · Directions
  • Vouchers10,209 Section 8 vouchers, 8,320 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $39,750 for 1 person, $56,750 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,517 for 1 bedroom, $1,651 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (804) 584-4764 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA901.

Roanoke Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Roanoke, Roanoke City County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(540) 983-9283
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address2624 Salem Tpke NW, Roanoke, VA 24017 · Directions
  • Vouchers2,362 Section 8 vouchers, 1,676 in use
  • Public housing1,277 units, 1,215 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $34,500 for 1 person, $49,250 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $78,800 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,250 for 1 bedroom, $1,464 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (540) 983-9283 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA011.

S

Staunton Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Staunton, Staunton County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(540) 886-3413
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address900 Elizabeth Miller Gdns, Staunton, VA 24401 · Directions
  • Vouchers253 Section 8 vouchers, 233 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $34,500 for 1 person, $49,250 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,047 for 1 bedroom, $1,199 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (540) 886-3413 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA023.

Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority

Suffolk, Suffolk County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(757) 539-2100
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address530 E Pinner St, Suffolk, VA 23434 · Directions
  • Vouchers1,245 Section 8 vouchers, 1,114 in use
  • Public housing260 units, 213 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $37,700 for 1 person, $53,850 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $86,150 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,488 for 1 bedroom, $1,667 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (757) 539-2100 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA025.

V

Va. Beach Dept. of Hsg & Neighborhood Pres.

Virginia Beach, Virginia Beach County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(757) 385-5750
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address2424 Courthouse Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23456 · Directions
  • Vouchers2,220 Section 8 vouchers, 1,886 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $37,700 for 1 person, $53,850 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,488 for 1 bedroom, $1,667 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (757) 385-5750 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA039.

W

Waynesboro Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Waynesboro, Waynesboro County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(540) 946-9230
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address1700 New Hope Rd, Waynesboro, VA 22980 · Directions
  • Vouchers486 Section 8 vouchers, 367 in use
  • Public housing188 units, 180 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $34,500 for 1 person, $49,250 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $78,800 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,047 for 1 bedroom, $1,199 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (540) 946-9230 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA022.

James City County Office of Housing

Williamsburg, Williamsburg County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(757) 259-5349
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address5320 Palmer Ln Ste 1A, Williamsburg, VA 23188 · Directions
  • Vouchers195 Section 8 vouchers, 140 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $37,700 for 1 person, $53,850 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,488 for 1 bedroom, $1,667 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (757) 259-5349 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA041.

Williamsburg Redevelopment & Housing Auth.

Williamsburg, Williamsburg County · Public housing only

  • Phone(757) 220-3477
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address401 Lafayette St, Williamsburg, VA 23185 · Directions
  • Public housing104 units, 103 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $37,700 for 1 person, $53,850 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $86,150 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$1,488 for 1 bedroom, $1,667 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as Standard Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (757) 220-3477 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA026.

Prince William County Office of HCD

Woodbridge, Prince William County · Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only

  • Phone(703) 792-7530
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address15941 Donald Curtis Dr Ste 112, Woodbridge, VA 22191 · Directions
  • Vouchers2,223 Section 8 vouchers, 1,837 in use
  • Income limitSection 8: $58,150 for 1 person, $83,050 for a family of 4
  • Fair Market Rent$2,204 for 1 bedroom, $2,438 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

To apply, call (703) 792-7530 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA046.

Wytheville Redev. & Housing Authority

Wytheville, Wythe County · Public housing and Section 8 vouchers

  • Phone(276) 228-6515
  • Email[email protected]
  • Address170 Hedgefield Ln, Wytheville, VA 24382 · Directions
  • Vouchers160 Section 8 vouchers, 127 in use
  • Public housing220 units, 218 occupied
  • Income limitSection 8: $29,600 for 1 person, $42,250 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $67,600 for 4
  • Fair Market Rent$846 for 1 bedroom, $943 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)

HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS). To apply, call (276) 228-6515 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code VA021.

Contact details as reported to HUD; income limits are HUD FY2026 for each agency's county and rents are FY2027 Fair Market Rents. Check your eligibility.

Frequently asked questions

How many housing authorities are there in Virginia?

HUD lists 41 public housing agencies in Virginia: 39 administer Section 8 vouchers and 26 manage public housing. Together they have 13,062 public housing units and 61,457 Housing Choice Vouchers.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Virginia?

You apply at a local housing authority, not with HUD or the state. Find the agencies that serve your city or county in the list on this page, check if their waiting list is open and submit a pre-application. You can apply to several agencies at once.

Which is the largest housing authority in Virginia?

Virginia Housing Development Authority, with 0 public housing units and 10,209 Section 8 vouchers according to HUD.

Can I apply to a housing authority in a different city of Virginia?

Yes. You can apply to any agency, but many give preference to people who live or work in their area. After 12 months with a voucher you can usually move it to another area (portability).

Before you apply

How to apply for Section 8Step by step, from finding your agency to the briefing.Section 8 waiting listsHow lists open, preferences and how to check your status.Section 8 eligibility requirementsIncome, citizenship, background and household rules.Documents you need to applyThe checklist housing authorities ask for.

Other states

Source: HUD Public Housing Authorities dataset, updated October 6, 2026. Phone numbers and emails are the ones each agency reports to HUD.