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Louisville Metro Housing Authority

Name: Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Address: 420 S 8th St, Louisville, KY, 40203, US
Telephone: 5025693400

420 S 8th St, Louisville, KY, 40203

Information verified May 3, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 9 hr ago

About This Property

The Louisville Metro Housing Authority operates 15,609 housing units throughout Jefferson County, Kentucky. Both the public housing and Section 8 assistance waitlists are currently closed to new applications. This housing authority provides rental assistance and public housing options to eligible residents in the Louisville area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened March 1, 2017

Apply: Multiple

The waiting list is open until further notice; however, waiting lists for a specific community or bedroom size may be closed. Preferences include displaced victims of domestic violence, displaced by government action, rent burden, substandard living conditions, or homelessness. The waiting list prioritizes pre-applications referred by the Family Health Centers Common Assessment Team for homeless families, with other applicants contacted by bedroom size and date/time received.

Last verified April 24, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher applications are currently closed. If you are on the waiting list, you can call (502) 584-1704 for updates on your status. New families must establish residency in the Louisville Metro area for at least one year if they have not resided there for the past 12 months.

Last verified February 27, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 3, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

15609

Fair Market Rent - Jefferson 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	$976
1 Bedroom	$1,077
2 Bedroom	$1,301
3 Bedroom	$1,701
4 Bedroom	$1,955

Income Limits - Jefferson County, KY

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,150
Very Low (50%): $26,950
Low (80%): $43,050

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $18,450
Very Low (50%): $30,800
Low (80%): $49,200

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $34,650
Low (80%): $55,350

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $38,450
Low (80%): $61,500

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $41,550
Low (80%): $66,450

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $44,650
Low (80%): $71,350

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $47,700
Low (80%): $76,300

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $50,800
Low (80%): $81,200

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,150	$26,950	$43,050
2 Persons	$18,450	$30,800	$49,200
3 Persons	$21,960	$34,650	$55,350
4 Persons	$26,500	$38,450	$61,500
5 Persons	$31,040	$41,550	$66,450
6 Persons	$35,580	$44,650	$71,350
7 Persons	$40,120	$47,700	$76,300
8 Persons	$44,660	$50,800	$81,200

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Jefferson County, KY is: $976 (Studio), $1077 (1BR), $1301 (2BR), $1701 (3BR), $1955 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Louisville Metro Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Louisville Metro Housing Authority have?+

Louisville Metro Housing Authority has a total of 15609 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Jefferson County, KY, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $38,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $61,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Louisville Metro Housing Authority?+

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 Louisville Metro Housing Authority?+

Louisville Metro Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5025693400, 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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