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The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville

Name: The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville
Address: 200 Washington St NE, Huntsville, AL, 35801, US
Telephone: 2565390774

200 Washington St NE, Huntsville, AL, 35801

Information verified October 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 21 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville operates 3,524 affordable housing units across Huntsville, Alabama in Madison County. Both the public housing and Section 8 assistance waitlists are currently open for applications. The housing authority administers rental assistance programs for eligible residents in the area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: In-person or Mail

HHA currently has a 6 to 12 month wait-list for Public Housing, with applications accepted at their main office for low-income individuals, families, seniors, and persons with disabilities. The waiting list is open for senior/disabled households and includes preferences for involuntarily displaced applicants. A $150 security deposit and a utilities deposit are required upon eligibility.

Last verified April 25, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened May 31, 2020

Closed June 6, 2020

Apply: Online

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waitlist for Huntsville Housing Authority is currently closed to new general applicants as of mid-2025. Openings are rare and short, typically lasting a few days to two weeks, and applicants are chosen by lottery, not on a first-come, first-served basis. Previous preferences for openings included living and/or working in Madison County.

Last verified February 27, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated October 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

3524

Fair Market Rent - Madison County, AL

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$900
1 Bedroom	$1,067
2 Bedroom	$1,248
3 Bedroom	$1,619
4 Bedroom	$1,937

Income Limits - Madison County, AL

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $17,400
Very Low (50%): $29,050
Low (80%): $46,450

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $19,900
Very Low (50%): $33,200
Low (80%): $53,050

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $22,400
Very Low (50%): $37,350
Low (80%): $59,700

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $41,450
Low (80%): $66,300

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $44,800
Low (80%): $71,650

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $48,100
Low (80%): $76,950

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $51,400
Low (80%): $82,250

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $54,750
Low (80%): $87,550

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$17,400	$29,050	$46,450
2 Persons	$19,900	$33,200	$53,050
3 Persons	$22,400	$37,350	$59,700
4 Persons	$26,500	$41,450	$66,300
5 Persons	$31,040	$44,800	$71,650
6 Persons	$35,580	$48,100	$76,950
7 Persons	$40,120	$51,400	$82,250
8 Persons	$44,660	$54,750	$87,550

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Huntsville, AL?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Madison County, AL is: $900 (Studio), $1067 (1BR), $1248 (2BR), $1619 (3BR), $1937 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville have?+

The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville has a total of 3524 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville?+

The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2565390774, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Madison County, AL?+

For a 4-person household in Madison County, AL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $41,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $66,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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