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Manatee County Housing Authority

Name: Manatee County Housing Authority
Address: 5631 11th St E, Bradenton, FL, 34203, US
Telephone: 9417563974

5631 11th St E, Bradenton, FL, 34203

Information verified September 10, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 1 hr ago

About This Property

Manatee County Housing Authority operates 1,353 units of public housing in Bradenton, FL. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open to applicants. The housing authority provides affordable rental options for eligible residents in Manatee County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The Public Housing waiting list was last open from March 18, 2024, until April 25, 2024, accepting in-person applications; preferences may include families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals, with placement by application date and preferences.

Last verified February 22, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list was last open from May 4, 2021, to May 7, 2021, accepting online applications where 3,000 applicants were selected by a random lottery. Preferences included homeless, those in substandard housing, paying over 50% of income for rent, involuntarily displaced, and potential priority for families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals.

Last verified February 22, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 10, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1353

Fair Market Rent - Manatee 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	$1,230
1 Bedroom	$1,502
2 Bedroom	$1,815
3 Bedroom	$2,416
4 Bedroom	$2,875

Income Limits - Manatee County, FL

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,250
Very Low (50%): $27,050
Low (80%): $43,250

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $18,550
Very Low (50%): $30,900
Low (80%): $49,400

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $34,750
Low (80%): $55,600

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $38,600
Low (80%): $61,750

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $41,700
Low (80%): $66,700

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $44,800
Low (80%): $71,650

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $47,900
Low (80%): $76,600

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $51,000
Low (80%): $81,550

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,250	$27,050	$43,250
2 Persons	$18,550	$30,900	$49,400
3 Persons	$21,960	$34,750	$55,600
4 Persons	$26,500	$38,600	$61,750
5 Persons	$31,040	$41,700	$66,700
6 Persons	$35,580	$44,800	$71,650
7 Persons	$40,120	$47,900	$76,600
8 Persons	$44,660	$51,000	$81,550

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Manatee County, FL is: $1230 (Studio), $1502 (1BR), $1815 (2BR), $2416 (3BR), $2875 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Manatee County Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Manatee County Housing Authority have?+

Manatee County Housing Authority has a total of 1353 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Manatee County 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 Manatee County, FL?+

For a 4-person household in Manatee County, FL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $38,600, Low Income (80% AMI): $61,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Manatee County Housing Authority?+

Manatee County Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9417563974, 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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