
About This Property
Petersburg Redevelopment & Housing Authority operates 1,151 public housing units in Petersburg, VA. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides housing options through its public housing program and Section 8 voucher assistance.
Waitlist Information
The public housing waiting list was last open from August 5, 2020, to August 20, 2020. Families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.
The waiting list was last open for one day in May 2018. Families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Petersburg County, VA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,500
- Low (80%)
- $50,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,000
- Low (80%)
- $57,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,500
- Low (80%)
- $64,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,000
- Low (80%)
- $72,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,600
- Low (80%)
- $77,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,200
- Low (80%)
- $83,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,800
- Low (80%)
- $89,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,400
- Low (80%)
- $95,050
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $18,900 | $31,500 | $50,400 |
| 2 Persons | $21,600 | $36,000 | $57,600 |
| 3 Persons | $24,300 | $40,500 | $64,800 |
| 4 Persons | $27,000 | $45,000 | $72,000 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $48,600 | $77,800 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $52,200 | $83,550 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $55,800 | $89,300 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $59,400 | $95,050 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many units does Petersburg Redevelopment & Housing Authority have?+
Petersburg Redevelopment & Housing Authority has a total of 1151 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Petersburg County, VA?+
For a 4-person household in Petersburg County, VA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $27,000, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $45,000, Low Income (80% AMI): $72,000. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Petersburg Redevelopment & 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.
How do I apply for housing at Petersburg Redevelopment & Housing Authority?+
Petersburg Redevelopment & Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8047332200, 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.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Somewhat Walkable
Nearby Schools
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