
About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Lauderdale operates 3,383 units of public housing in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The public housing waitlist is currently closed, while the Section 8 voucher program maintains an open waitlist for eligible applicants. This housing authority provides rental assistance and housing options to qualifying residents in Broward County.
Waitlist Information
The waiting list for Northwest Gardens V (Sunnyreach Acres) is closed.
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waitlist is currently closed. Past applications were accepted online via a lottery system for 3,000 names, requiring the head of household to be 18+ and meet very-low-income limits. Preferences include families terminated from HCV due to insufficient funding, residents displaced by demolition/redevelopment of public housing, and disabled tenants required to move from Project-Based Voucher units for reasonable accommodation.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Broward 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 | $1,573 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,692 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,102 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,916 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,567 |
Income Limits - Broward County, FL
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,800
- Low (80%)
- $49,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,200
- Low (80%)
- $56,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,600
- Low (80%)
- $63,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,000
- Low (80%)
- $70,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,550
- Low (80%)
- $76,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $51,050
- Low (80%)
- $81,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $54,600
- Low (80%)
- $87,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $58,100
- Low (80%)
- $92,950
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $18,500 | $30,800 | $49,300 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $35,200 | $56,350 |
| 3 Persons | $23,800 | $39,600 | $63,400 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $44,000 | $70,400 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $47,550 | $76,050 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $51,050 | $81,700 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $54,600 | $87,300 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $58,100 | $92,950 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Fort Lauderdale, FL?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Broward County, FL is: $1573 (Studio), $1692 (1BR), $2102 (2BR), $2916 (3BR), $3567 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Fort Lauderdale is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Fort Lauderdale have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Fort Lauderdale has a total of 3383 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Fort Lauderdale?+
Housing Authority of the City of Fort Lauderdale is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9545256444, 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 Broward County, FL?+
For a 4-person household in Broward County, FL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $44,000, Low Income (80% AMI): $70,400. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Fort Lauderdale?+
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.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Very Walkable
Nearby Schools
Ratings provided by GreatSchools.org. Ratings are on a 1-10 scale.
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