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Housing Authority of Portland (Homeforward)

Name: Housing Authority of Portland (Homeforward)
Address: 135 SW Ash St, Portland, OR, 97204, US
Telephone: 5038028300

135 SW Ash St, Portland, OR, 97204

Information verified June 22, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 1 day ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of Portland (Homeforward) operates 12,316 units of affordable housing throughout Portland and Multnomah County. The organization currently maintains a closed waitlist for public housing and an open waitlist for Section 8 voucher assistance. Homeforward provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible low-income households in the region.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Opened April 15, 2025

Closed April 21, 2025

Apply: Online

Home Forward's waitlists for its 13 apartment communities (property-based waitlists) were last open in April 2025 through a lottery system. Some individual property-based waitlists may open when units become vacant; applicants should check Home Forward's updated list of Project-Based Voucher properties for specific openings.

Last verified February 21, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

The HCV waitlist is closed. It was last opened in April 2025. Home Forward was notified by HUD that the HCV program is in shortfall status, and they have paused issuing vouchers and cannot select any households from the HCV waitlist.

Last verified March 6, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 21, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

12316

Fair Market Rent - Multnomah County, OR

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,650
1 Bedroom	$1,776
2 Bedroom	$2,024
3 Bedroom	$2,809
4 Bedroom	$3,254

Income Limits - Multnomah County, OR

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $20,300
Very Low (50%): $33,850
Low (80%): $54,150

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,200
Very Low (50%): $38,700
Low (80%): $61,900

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,100
Very Low (50%): $43,550
Low (80%): $69,650

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,000
Very Low (50%): $48,350
Low (80%): $77,350

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,350
Very Low (50%): $52,250
Low (80%): $83,550

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $56,100
Low (80%): $89,750

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $60,000
Low (80%): $95,950

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $63,850
Low (80%): $102,150

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$20,300	$33,850	$54,150
2 Persons	$23,200	$38,700	$61,900
3 Persons	$26,100	$43,550	$69,650
4 Persons	$29,000	$48,350	$77,350
5 Persons	$31,350	$52,250	$83,550
6 Persons	$35,580	$56,100	$89,750
7 Persons	$40,120	$60,000	$95,950
8 Persons	$44,660	$63,850	$102,150

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Portland, OR?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Multnomah County, OR is: $1650 (Studio), $1776 (1BR), $2024 (2BR), $2809 (3BR), $3254 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of Portland (Homeforward) is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of Portland (Homeforward) have?+

Housing Authority of Portland (Homeforward) has a total of 12316 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of Portland (Homeforward)?+

Housing Authority of Portland (Homeforward) is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5038028300, 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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Multnomah County, OR?+

For a 4-person household in Multnomah County, OR, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $29,000, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $48,350, Low Income (80% AMI): $77,350. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Portland (Homeforward)?+

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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