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Blytheville Housing Authority

Name: Blytheville Housing Authority
Address: 31 Arkansas St, Blytheville, AR, 72315, US
Telephone: 8707636781

31 Arkansas St, Blytheville, AR, 72315

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 10 hr ago

About This Property

Blytheville Housing Authority operates 279 units of public housing in Blytheville, AR, serving Mississippi County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applications. The housing authority administers these affordable housing programs for eligible residents.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: In-person

The Blytheville Housing Authority (BHA) is currently accepting Public Housing waiting list pre-applications for families and senior/disabled households for units ranging from 2 to 5 bedrooms. The BHA does not offer one-bedroom units; senior/disabled households must qualify for a two-bedroom unit. Preferences have not been identified.

Last verified February 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Apply: Phone

The Blytheville Housing Authority Voucher Programs department is accepting pre-applications; contact the BHA office at (870) 763-6781 for application information. Declining two invitations may result in removal from the waitlist.

Last verified February 23, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

279

Fair Market Rent - Mississippi County, AR

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$598
1 Bedroom	$623
2 Bedroom	$814
3 Bedroom	$1,080
4 Bedroom	$1,084

Income Limits - Mississippi County, AR

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $18,950
Low (80%): $30,350

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $21,650
Low (80%): $34,650

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $24,350
Low (80%): $39,000

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $27,050
Low (80%): $43,300

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,250
Very Low (50%): $29,250
Low (80%): $46,800

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,400
Very Low (50%): $31,400
Low (80%): $50,250

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,550
Very Low (50%): $33,550
Low (80%): $53,700

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,750
Very Low (50%): $35,750
Low (80%): $57,200

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$18,950	$30,350
2 Persons	$17,420	$21,650	$34,650
3 Persons	$21,960	$24,350	$39,000
4 Persons	$26,500	$27,050	$43,300
5 Persons	$29,250	$29,250	$46,800
6 Persons	$31,400	$31,400	$50,250
7 Persons	$33,550	$33,550	$53,700
8 Persons	$35,750	$35,750	$57,200

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Blytheville, AR?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Mississippi County, AR is: $598 (Studio), $623 (1BR), $814 (2BR), $1080 (3BR), $1084 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Blytheville Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Blytheville Housing Authority have?+

Blytheville Housing Authority has a total of 279 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Blytheville Housing Authority?+

Blytheville Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8707636781, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Blytheville Housing Authority?+

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

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Mississippi County, AR?+

For a 4-person household in Mississippi County, AR, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $27,050, Low Income (80% AMI): $43,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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