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Housing Authority of the City of Fort Lauderdale

Name: Housing Authority of the City of Fort Lauderdale
Address: 437 SW 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33315, US
Telephone: 9545256444

437 SW 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33315

Information verified September 10, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 2 hr ago

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

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The waiting list for Northwest Gardens V (Sunnyreach Acres) is closed.

Last verified April 16, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened March 25, 2024

Closed March 29, 2024

Apply: Online

Past applications were accepted online via a lottery system for 3,000 names; head of household must be 18+ and meet very-low-income limits. Preferences included 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.

Last verified February 28, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 10, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

3383

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.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $18,500
Very Low (50%): $30,800
Low (80%): $49,300

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,150
Very Low (50%): $35,200
Low (80%): $56,350

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,800
Very Low (50%): $39,600
Low (80%): $63,400

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $44,000
Low (80%): $70,400

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $47,550
Low (80%): $76,050

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $51,050
Low (80%): $81,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $54,600
Low (80%): $87,300

8 Persons

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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