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Housing Authority of the City of Martinsburg

Name: Housing Authority of the City of Martinsburg
Address: 703 Porter Ave, Martinsburg, WV, 25401, US
Telephone: 3042638891

703 Porter Ave, Martinsburg, WV, 25401

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 15 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Martinsburg operates 667 units of public housing in Martinsburg, West Virginia. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority serves Berkeley County residents seeking affordable rental options.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened April 14, 2026

Closes May 30, 2026

Apply: Multiple

Applicants must meet income eligibility, pass background and national sex offender registry checks, and comply with HUD income limits and MHA Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy. MHA serves adults 18+, individuals with disabilities, single individuals, families, and low-income individuals who are citizens or eligible noncitizens.

Last verified April 27, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened January 30, 2024

Closed February 12, 2024

Apply: In-person

The waiting list last accepted applications from January 30, 2024, to February 12, 2024, with no stated preferences and selection based on application receipt date and time. Eligibility includes being a citizen or eligible noncitizen, not owing money to another PHA, and not having prior evictions, terminations from Section 8 programs, or fraud/criminal acts related to federal housing programs.

Last verified February 13, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

667

Fair Market Rent - Berkeley County, WV

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$911
1 Bedroom	$916
2 Bedroom	$1,151
3 Bedroom	$1,573
4 Bedroom	$1,953

Income Limits - Berkeley County, WV

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $15,600
Very Low (50%): $25,950
Low (80%): $41,550

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,800
Very Low (50%): $29,650
Low (80%): $47,450

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $33,350
Low (80%): $53,400

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $37,050
Low (80%): $59,300

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $40,050
Low (80%): $64,050

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $43,000
Low (80%): $68,800

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $45,950
Low (80%): $73,550

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $48,950
Low (80%): $78,300

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$15,600	$25,950	$41,550
2 Persons	$17,800	$29,650	$47,450
3 Persons	$21,960	$33,350	$53,400
4 Persons	$26,500	$37,050	$59,300
5 Persons	$31,040	$40,050	$64,050
6 Persons	$35,580	$43,000	$68,800
7 Persons	$40,120	$45,950	$73,550
8 Persons	$44,660	$48,950	$78,300

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Martinsburg, WV?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Berkeley County, WV is: $911 (Studio), $916 (1BR), $1151 (2BR), $1573 (3BR), $1953 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Martinsburg is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Martinsburg have?+

Housing Authority of the City of Martinsburg has a total of 667 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Martinsburg?+

Housing Authority of the City of Martinsburg is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3042638891, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Martinsburg?+

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 Berkeley County, WV?+

For a 4-person household in Berkeley County, WV, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $37,050, Low Income (80% AMI): $59,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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