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8th Street Scattered Site

Name: 8th Street Scattered Site
Address: 809 Sears Ave NE, Winter Haven, FL, 33881, US
Telephone: 8632947369

809 Sears Ave NE, Winter Haven, FL, 33881

Information verified May 29, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

8th Street Scattered Site offers one unit in Winter Haven, Florida as part of a public housing development. The property includes one accessible unit designed to accommodate residents with mobility needs.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Winter Haven Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Public housing is limited to low-income families and individuals; eligibility is based on annual gross income, qualifying as elderly, a person with a disability, or a family, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status. The WHHA will check references and may deny admission if habits and practices negatively affect other residents or the community. The Winter Haven Housing Authority is an Equal Housing Opportunity Provider.

Last verified February 13, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Section 8 waiting list is closed indefinitely due to a high volume of applicants. The program assists eligible low- and moderate-income families to rent housing in the private market, with eligibility based on a family's gross annual income and family size. The Winter Haven Housing Authority is an Equal Housing Opportunity Provider.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 29, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

Fair Market Rent - Polk 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	$1,006
1 Bedroom	$1,012
2 Bedroom	$1,250
3 Bedroom	$1,679
4 Bedroom	$2,121

Income Limits - Polk County, FL

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,950
Very Low (50%): $21,600
Low (80%): $34,550

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $24,700
Low (80%): $39,500

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $27,800
Low (80%): $44,450

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $30,850
Low (80%): $49,350

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $33,350
Low (80%): $53,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $35,800
Low (80%): $57,250

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $38,300
Very Low (50%): $38,300
Low (80%): $61,200

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,750
Very Low (50%): $40,750
Low (80%): $65,150

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,950	$21,600	$34,550
2 Persons	$17,420	$24,700	$39,500
3 Persons	$21,960	$27,800	$44,450
4 Persons	$26,500	$30,850	$49,350
5 Persons	$31,040	$33,350	$53,300
6 Persons	$35,580	$35,800	$57,250
7 Persons	$38,300	$38,300	$61,200
8 Persons	$40,750	$40,750	$65,150

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Polk County, FL is: $1006 (Studio), $1012 (1BR), $1250 (2BR), $1679 (3BR), $2121 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like 8th Street Scattered Site is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does 8th Street Scattered Site have?+

8th Street Scattered Site has a total of 1 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Polk County, FL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $30,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $49,350. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at 8th Street Scattered Site?+

8th Street Scattered Site is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 8632947369, 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 8th Street Scattered Site?+

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.

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