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Housing Authority of Newport

Name: Housing Authority of Newport
Address: 30 E 8th St, Newport, KY, 41071, US
Telephone: 8595812533

30 E 8th St, Newport, KY, 41071

Information verified May 28, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 18 hr ago

About This Property

Housing Authority of Newport operates 969 public housing units in Newport, KY. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides affordable rental housing options to eligible residents in Campbell County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened April 8, 2024

Apply: In-person

Applications for Clifton Hills and Corpus Christi are accepted in person on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 400 West 6th Street, Newport, KY. Applications for Grand Towers are accepted in person on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 1359 Grand Avenue, Newport, KY. Lists will remain open until the number of applications reaches the desired ratio to annual turnovers.

Last verified May 20, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Authority of Newport, KY will close the waiting list for its Highland Village development on Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. No applications will be accepted after this date and time until further notice.

Last verified May 27, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 28, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

969

Fair Market Rent - Campbell County, KY

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$810
1 Bedroom	$919
2 Bedroom	$1,195
3 Bedroom	$1,588
4 Bedroom	$1,766

Income Limits - Campbell County, KY

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $17,950
Very Low (50%): $29,900
Low (80%): $47,850

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $20,500
Very Low (50%): $34,200
Low (80%): $54,650

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,050
Very Low (50%): $38,450
Low (80%): $61,500

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $42,700
Low (80%): $68,300

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $46,150
Low (80%): $73,800

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $49,550
Low (80%): $79,250

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $52,950
Low (80%): $84,700

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $56,400
Low (80%): $90,200

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$17,950	$29,900	$47,850
2 Persons	$20,500	$34,200	$54,650
3 Persons	$23,050	$38,450	$61,500
4 Persons	$26,500	$42,700	$68,300
5 Persons	$31,040	$46,150	$73,800
6 Persons	$35,580	$49,550	$79,250
7 Persons	$40,120	$52,950	$84,700
8 Persons	$44,660	$56,400	$90,200

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Newport, KY?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Campbell County, KY is: $810 (Studio), $919 (1BR), $1195 (2BR), $1588 (3BR), $1766 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of Newport is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of Newport have?+

Housing Authority of Newport has a total of 969 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Newport?+

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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Campbell County, KY?+

For a 4-person household in Campbell County, KY, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,700, Low Income (80% AMI): $68,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of Newport?+

Housing Authority of Newport is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8595812533, 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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