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West Palm Beach Housing Authority

Name: West Palm Beach Housing Authority
Address: 3700 Georgia Ave, West Palm Beach, FL, 33405, US
Telephone: 5616558530

3700 Georgia Ave, West Palm Beach, FL, 33405

Information verified June 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 21 hr ago

About This Property

The West Palm Beach Housing Authority operates 3,988 units of public housing in West Palm Beach, Florida. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applicants in Palm Beach County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

Applications will be processed by available bedroom size and preferences and a random sorting process to determine the order in which you will be served. If you were placed on the Wait List, you can check your status by calling our office at 561.655.8530. ALL CHANGES MUST BE IN WRITING. No changes will be taken over the phone.

Last verified May 26, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened May 26, 2026

Closed July 26, 2026

Apply: Online

Only income eligible disabled households whose head, spouse or co-head is non-elderly (under age 62) and disabled may receive a NED voucher. Applications submitted without the required information will not be processed.

Last verified June 16, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

3988

Fair Market Rent - Palm Beach 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	$1,851
2 Bedroom	$2,226
3 Bedroom	$2,942
4 Bedroom	$3,556

Income Limits - Palm Beach County, FL

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $18,000
Very Low (50%): $30,000
Low (80%): $47,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $20,600
Very Low (50%): $34,250
Low (80%): $54,800

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,150
Very Low (50%): $38,550
Low (80%): $61,650

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $42,800
Low (80%): $68,500

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $46,250
Low (80%): $74,000

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $49,650
Low (80%): $79,500

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $53,100
Low (80%): $84,950

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $56,500
Low (80%): $90,450

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$18,000	$30,000	$47,950
2 Persons	$20,600	$34,250	$54,800
3 Persons	$23,150	$38,550	$61,650
4 Persons	$26,500	$42,800	$68,500
5 Persons	$31,040	$46,250	$74,000
6 Persons	$35,580	$49,650	$79,500
7 Persons	$40,120	$53,100	$84,950
8 Persons	$44,660	$56,500	$90,450

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in West Palm Beach, FL?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Palm Beach County, FL is: $1573 (Studio), $1851 (1BR), $2226 (2BR), $2942 (3BR), $3556 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like West Palm Beach Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does West Palm Beach Housing Authority have?+

West Palm Beach Housing Authority has a total of 3988 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at West Palm Beach Housing Authority?+

West Palm Beach Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5616558530, 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 West Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach County, FL?+

For a 4-person household in Palm Beach County, FL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,800, Low Income (80% AMI): $68,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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