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City of Atlanta, Department. of Housing and Community Development

Name: City of Atlanta, Department. of Housing and Community Development
Address: 55 Trinity Ave SW, Atlanta, GA, 30303, US
Telephone: 4043306407

55 Trinity Ave SW, Atlanta, GA, 30303

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 9 hr ago

About This Property

The City of Atlanta Department of Housing and Community Development administers public housing and rental assistance programs in Fulton County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waitlist are currently closed to new applicants. Interested residents can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Site-based waiting lists are maintained at AH-owned residential communities, including those for elderly (62+), near elderly (55-61), or non-elderly disabled adults.

Last verified March 2, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Applications are not available through Atlanta Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program waiting list is not open. The availability of these vouchers is managed through a direct referral process.

Last verified February 11, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Fair Market Rent - Fulton County, GA

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,599
1 Bedroom	$1,643
2 Bedroom	$1,844
3 Bedroom	$2,230
4 Bedroom	$2,707

Income Limits - Fulton County, GA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $18,100
Very Low (50%): $30,200
Low (80%): $48,300

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $20,700
Very Low (50%): $34,500
Low (80%): $55,200

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,300
Very Low (50%): $38,800
Low (80%): $62,100

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $43,100
Low (80%): $68,950

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $46,550
Low (80%): $74,500

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $50,000
Low (80%): $80,000

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $53,450
Low (80%): $85,500

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $56,900
Low (80%): $91,050

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$18,100	$30,200	$48,300
2 Persons	$20,700	$34,500	$55,200
3 Persons	$23,300	$38,800	$62,100
4 Persons	$26,500	$43,100	$68,950
5 Persons	$31,040	$46,550	$74,500
6 Persons	$35,580	$50,000	$80,000
7 Persons	$40,120	$53,450	$85,500
8 Persons	$44,660	$56,900	$91,050

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Atlanta, GA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Fulton County, GA is: $1599 (Studio), $1643 (1BR), $1844 (2BR), $2230 (3BR), $2707 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like City of Atlanta, Department. of Housing and Community Development is typically 30% of household income or less.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Fulton County, GA?+

For a 4-person household in Fulton County, GA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $43,100, Low Income (80% AMI): $68,950. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for City of Atlanta, Department. of Housing and Community Development?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.

How do I apply for housing at City of Atlanta, Department. of Housing and Community Development?+

City of Atlanta, Department. of Housing and Community Development is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4043306407, 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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