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Sarasota Housing Authority

Name: Sarasota Housing Authority
Address: 269 S Osprey Ave Ste 100, Sarasota, FL, 34236, US
Telephone: 9413616210

269 S Osprey Ave Ste 100, Sarasota, FL, 34236

Information verified June 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 22 min ago

About This Property

Sarasota Housing Authority operates 2,196 units of public housing in Sarasota County, Florida. The housing authority currently maintains open waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 voucher programs. Interested applicants can contact the authority directly to apply for available housing assistance.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The following Public Housing properties have closed waiting lists: Annex, Bertha Mitchell, McCown Towers, NSP Homes, Cypress Square, Diamond Oaks, Flint River, Janie’s Garden, King Stone, Lofts on Lemon, Single-Family Homes.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Section 8 Waiting List is now closed to the public. Portability is not currently being absorbed.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

2196

Fair Market Rent - Sarasota 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 - Sarasota 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 Sarasota, FL?+

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

How many units does Sarasota Housing Authority have?+

Sarasota Housing Authority has a total of 2196 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Sarasota 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 Sarasota Housing Authority?+

Sarasota Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9413616210, 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 Sarasota 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.

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