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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 28, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 18 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

Closing Soon

Opened April 14, 2026

Closes May 30, 2026

Apply: Online

Applicants must meet income eligibility and pass background checks; preferences may include adults 18+, individuals with disabilities, single individuals, families, and low-income citizens or eligible noncitizens, with priority possibly given to families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals. Households must be citizens or eligible noncitizens and not owe money to another PHA or have a history of eviction, program termination, or fraud.

Last verified April 27, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened January 30, 2024

Closed February 12, 2024

Apply: In-person

Eligibility requires being a citizen or eligible noncitizen, not owing money to another PHA, and no prior evictions, terminations from Section 8 programs, or fraud/criminal acts.

Last verified February 13, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 28, 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.

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.

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

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closing Soon but will be closing soon. 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 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.

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