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Gainesville Housing Authority

1900 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL, 32641

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 22 hr ago

About This Property

Gainesville Housing Authority operates 2,476 units of public housing in Gainesville, FL and serves Alachua County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applications. The authority provides affordable rental options through federally-funded public housing programs.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The wait list for all housing is currently closed. Please check back for future availability.

Last verified March 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Gainesville Housing does not administer Section 8 vouchers. Contact the Georgia Department of Community Affairs for their Housing Voucher Program.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

2476

Fair Market Rent - Alachua County, FL

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,053
1 Bedroom	$1,162
2 Bedroom	$1,397
3 Bedroom	$1,832
4 Bedroom	$1,861

Income Limits - Alachua County, FL

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $15,400
Very Low (50%): $25,650
Low (80%): $41,000

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,600
Very Low (50%): $29,300
Low (80%): $46,850

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $32,950
Low (80%): $52,700

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $36,600
Low (80%): $58,550

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $39,550
Low (80%): $63,250

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $42,500
Low (80%): $67,950

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $45,400
Low (80%): $72,650

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $48,350
Low (80%): $77,300

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$15,400	$25,650	$41,000
2 Persons	$17,600	$29,300	$46,850
3 Persons	$21,960	$32,950	$52,700
4 Persons	$26,500	$36,600	$58,550
5 Persons	$31,040	$39,550	$63,250
6 Persons	$35,580	$42,500	$67,950
7 Persons	$40,120	$45,400	$72,650
8 Persons	$44,660	$48,350	$77,300

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Gainesville, FL?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Alachua County, FL is: $1053 (Studio), $1162 (1BR), $1397 (2BR), $1832 (3BR), $1861 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Gainesville Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Gainesville Housing Authority have?+

Gainesville Housing Authority has a total of 2476 housing units.

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

Gainesville Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3528725502, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Gainesville Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Alachua County, FL?+

For a 4-person household in Alachua County, FL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,600, Low Income (80% AMI): $58,550. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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