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Housing Authority of the City and County of Denver

Name: Housing Authority of the City and County of Denver
Address: 1035 Osage St, Denver, CO, 80204, US
Telephone: 7209323000

1035 Osage St, Denver, CO, 80204

Information verified June 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 4 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City and County of Denver manages 11,008 units of public housing throughout Denver County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 voucher waitlist are currently closed. Prospective residents may contact the authority directly to inquire about future openings and application procedures.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Online

Interested applicants can submit online interest cards for subsidized housing. Placement on the waiting list is influenced by the date and time of application and annual income, with preferences for working families, those receiving disability, and/or elderly.

Last verified June 16, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Opening Soon

Opens August 31, 2026

Closed September 29, 2026

Apply: Online

The HCV lottery is expected to open in early fall 2026, with specific dates announced in local papers, on the DHA phone system, and their website.

Last verified February 28, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

11008

Fair Market Rent - Denver County, CO

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,658
1 Bedroom	$1,835
2 Bedroom	$2,201
3 Bedroom	$2,874
4 Bedroom	$3,225

Income Limits - Denver County, CO

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $22,050
Very Low (50%): $36,700
Low (80%): $55,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,200
Very Low (50%): $41,950
Low (80%): $63,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,350
Very Low (50%): $47,200
Low (80%): $71,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,450
Very Low (50%): $52,400
Low (80%): $79,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $34,000
Very Low (50%): $56,600
Low (80%): $86,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,500
Very Low (50%): $60,800
Low (80%): $92,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $65,000
Low (80%): $99,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $69,200
Low (80%): $105,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$22,050	$36,700	$55,950
2 Persons	$25,200	$41,950	$63,950
3 Persons	$28,350	$47,200	$71,950
4 Persons	$31,450	$52,400	$79,900
5 Persons	$34,000	$56,600	$86,300
6 Persons	$36,500	$60,800	$92,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$65,000	$99,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$69,200	$105,500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Denver, CO?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Denver County, CO is: $1658 (Studio), $1835 (1BR), $2201 (2BR), $2874 (3BR), $3225 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City and County of Denver is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the City and County of Denver have?+

Housing Authority of the City and County of Denver has a total of 11008 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City and County of Denver?+

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

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City and County of Denver?+

Housing Authority of the City and County of Denver is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7209323000, 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 Denver County, CO?+

For a 4-person household in Denver County, CO, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $31,450, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $52,400, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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