Salem Housing Authority

This housing agency serves Keizer and Salem, Oregon.

Waiting List
Closed: Salem and Keizer, Oregon Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Sequoia Crossings, 1 and 2-Bedroom Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Parkway West, 2-Bedroom Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Mahonia Crossings, 2 and 3-Bedroom Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Multifamily Project-Based Rental Assistance, 3-Bedroom, Salem Housing Preservation 4 and 9 Other Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Mahonia Crossings, 1-Bedroom Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Englewood East, Robert Lindsey Tower and Southview Terrace, Affordable Housing Other Senior Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Englewood East, 1-Bedroom, Affordable Housing Other Senior Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Englewood East, 2-Bedroom, Affordable Housing Other Senior Waiting List Learn More
Open Until Further Notice: Salem Housing Authority Public Housing Waiting List Learn More

Closed: Salem and Keizer, Oregon Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List

The Salem Housing Authority (SHA) last accepted Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list applications from May 6, 2023, until May 21, 2023. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen.

To apply during the opening period, applicants were required to complete the online application.

The maximum income limits for each household size were as followed:

  • 1 Person $27,700 | 5 Persons $42,750
  • 2 Persons $31,650 | 6 Persons $45,900
  • 3 Persons $35,600 | 7 Person $49,050
  • 4 Persons $39,550 | 8 Persons $52,250

Preferences have not been confirmed.

5,000 selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery, by order of preferences.

For more information, visit the SHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the SHA notice on April 18, 2023.

Closed: Sequoia Crossings, 1 and 2-Bedroom Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

The Salem Housing Authority (SHA) last accepted Section 8 Project Based Voucher waiting list applications for 1 and 2-Bedroom apartments at Sequoia Crossings from August 19, 2023, until September 4, 2023.

Please note: According to the SHA public notice " The waiting list for Sequoia Crossings offers a preference for homeless individuals and families who are referred to SHA through the Coordinated Entry System. If you are currently experiencing homelessness, contact a Coordinated Entry Site with the Mid-Willamette Homeless Alliance. Sites include ARCHES in Salem, and others. A list of sites is available online at https://mwvhomelessalliance.org/wpcontent/uploads/2023/04/CE-Assessment-Sites-4.5.23.pdf."

To apply while the waitlist was open, applicants were required to complete the online application.

The maximum income limits for each household size were as followed:

  • 1 Person $29,300 | 5 Persons $45,200
  • 2 Persons $33,500 | 6 Persons $48,550
  • 3 Persons $37,700 | 7 Person $51,900
  • 4 Persons $41,850 | 8 Persons $55,250

This waiting list had the following preferences: 

  • Homeless individuals and families who are referred to SHA through the Coordinated Entry System.

Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery, by order of preferences.

For more information, visit the SHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the SHA public notice on August 1, 2023.

Closed: Parkway West, 2-Bedroom Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

The Salem Housing Authority (SHA) last accepted Section 8 Project Based Voucher waiting list applications for 2-Bedroom apartments at Parkway West apartments from August 19, 2023, until September 17, 2023. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen.

To apply while the waitlist was open, applicants were required to complete the online application.

The maximum income limits for each household size were as followed:

  • 1 Person $35,160  | 4 Persons $50,220
  • 2 Persons $40,200 | 5 Persons $54,240
  • 3 Persons $45,240 | 

Preferences have not been confirmed.

Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time the application was received, by order of preferences.

For more information, visit the SHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the SHA public notice on August 1, 2023.

Closed: Mahonia Crossings, 2 and 3-Bedroom Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

The Salem Housing Authority (SHA) last accepted Section 8 Project Based Voucher waiting list applications for 2 and 3-Bedroom apartments at Mahonia Crossings apartments from August 19, 2023, until September 4, 2023. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen.

To apply while the waitlist was open, applicants were required to complete the online application.

The maximum income limits for each household size were as followed:

  • 1 Person $29,300 | 5 Persons $45,200
  • 2 Persons $33,500 | 6 Persons $48,550
  • 3 Persons $37,700 | 7 Person $51,900
  • 4 Persons $41,850 | 8 Persons $55,250

Preferences have not been confirmed.

Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery, by order of preferences.

For more information, visit the SHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the SHA public notice on August 1, 2023.

Closed: Multifamily Project-Based Rental Assistance, 3-Bedroom, Salem Housing Preservation 4 and 9 Other Waiting List

The Salem Housing Authority (SHA) last accepted Multifamily Project Based Rental Assistance program waiting list applications for 3-bedroom apartments at Salem Housing Preservation 4 and Salem Housing Preservation 9 from April 17, 2023, until May 31, 2023. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen.

This waiting list was for the following properties:

  • Salem Housing Preservation 4- Includes Northgate Village and Livingston Village, both in NE Salem, 3-Bedroom Units.
  • Salem Housing Preservation 9- Includes Meadowlark Village in SE Salem and Brush College Village in NW Salem, 3-Bedroom Units.

To apply during the opening period, applicants were required to complete the online application.

The maximum income limits for each household size were as followed:

  • 3 Persons $42,720 | 6 Persons $55,080
  • 4 Persons $47,460 | 7 Person $58,860
  • 5 Person $51,300

Preferences have not been confirmed.

It was not known how selected applicants were placed on the waiting list.

For more information, visit the SHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the SHA website on April 18, 2023.

Closed: Mahonia Crossings, 1-Bedroom Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

The Salem Housing Authority (SHA) last accepted Senior Section 8 Project Based Voucher waiting list applications for 1-Bedroom apartments at Mahonia Crossings apartments from August 19, 2023, until September 4, 2023. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen.

To apply while the waitlist was open, applicants were required to complete the online application.

The maximum income limits for each household size were as followed:

  • 1 Person $29,300 | 5 Persons $45,200
  • 2 Persons $33,500 | 6 Persons $48,550
  • 3 Persons $37,700 | 7 Person $51,900
  • 4 Persons $41,850 | 8 Persons $55,250

Preferences have not been confirmed.

Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery, by order of preferences.

For more information, visit the SHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the SHA public notice on August 1, 2023.

Closed: Englewood East, Robert Lindsey Tower and Southview Terrace, Affordable Housing Other Senior Waiting List

The Salem Housing Authority (SHA) last accepted Senior Affordable Housing waiting list applications for 1-Bedroom apartments at Englewood East, Robert Lindsey and Southview Terrace apartments from the earliest confirmed open date of July 12, 2023, until August 31, 2023. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen.

This waiting list was for the following properties: 

  • Englewood East
  • Robert Lindsey Tower
  • Southview Terrace

To apply while the waitlist was open, applicants were required to complete the online application.

Preferences have not been confirmed.

It is not known how applicants will be placed on the waiting list.

For more information, visit the SHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the SHA notice on July 24, 2023.

Closed: Englewood East, 1-Bedroom, Affordable Housing Other Senior Waiting List

The Salem Housing Authority (SHA) last accepted Senior Affordable Housing waiting list applications for 1-Bedroom apartments at Englewood East apartments from the earliest confirmed open date of September 22, 2023, until November 3, 2023. There is no noitce when this waiting list will reopen.

This waiting list is for the following property: 

  • Englewood East located in Salem, Oregon.

To apply while the waitlist was open, applicants were required to complete the online application.

Preferences have not been confirmed.

It was not known how applicants were placed on the waiting list.

For more information, visit the SHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the SHA public notice on September 25, 2023.

Closed: Englewood East, 2-Bedroom, Affordable Housing Other Senior Waiting List

The Salem Housing Authority (SHA) last accepted Senior Affordable Housing waiting list applications for 2-Bedroom apartments at Englewood East apartments from the earliest confirmed open date of October 7, 2023, until November 3, 2023. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen.

This waiting list is for the following property: 

  • Englewood East located in Salem, Oregon.

To apply while the waitlist was open, applicants were required to complete the online application.

Preferences have not been confirmed.

It was not known how applicants were placed on the waiting list.

For more information, visit the SHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the SHA public notice on September 25, 2023.

Open Until Further Notice: Salem Housing Authority Public Housing Waiting List

The Salem Housing Authority (SHA) is accepting Public Housing waiting list applications for families and senior/disabled households from an unconfirmed open date, until further notice.

To apply while the waitlist is open, complete the online application.

There are no preferences.

Selected applicants will be placed by date and time the application is received.

For more information, visit the SHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the SHA website on October 13, 2023.

About The Agency

Salem Housing Authority provides affordable housing for up to 3,331 low- and moderate-income households through its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher and public housing programs.

Monday 8:00am-4:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am-4:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am-4:30pm
Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm
Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

360 Church Street Southeast, Salem, OR

Visit Website(503) 588-6368

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How large is the Salem Housing Authority?

Salem Housing Authority serves 2,879 low-income households. The agency manages 3,243 Housing Choice Vouchers and 123 public housing units.

What are the incomes of residents served by the Salem Housing Authority?

Extremely low-income (ELI) renters, earning less than 30% of Area Median Income (AMI), make up 70 percent of households served by Salem Housing Authority. Very low-income renters earn less than 50% AMI, and are 93 percent of Salem Housing Authority households.

How many Salem Housing Authority residents are employed?

Working adults head 690 households and make up 24 percent of households served by Salem Housing Authority.

How many female-headed renter households are served by the Salem Housing Authority?

There are 2188 female-headed renter households living in Salem Housing Authority housing. Households headed by females are 76% of those served by the Salem Housing Authority.

What racial and ethnic groups are found among Salem Housing Authority renters?

Black 144
Native American 115
Asian-Pacific Islander 86
White 2,044
Hispanic 489

How many senior-headed renter households are served by Salem Housing Authority?

There are 921 households headed by seniors served by the Salem Housing Authority. Senior households are 32% of households in Salem Housing Authority housing.

How many households headed by persons with disabilities live in Salem Housing Authority housing?

There are 834 persons with disabilities living in Salem Housing Authority housing. Persons with disabilities are the head of 29% of households served by the Salem Housing Authority.

How does HUD rate the performance of the Salem Housing Authority?

The Salem Housing Authority is rated as a high performer by HUD.

HUD rates the performance of Public Housing Agencies. The department looks at physical condition of properties, financial condition, management operations, and use of Public Housing Capital Funds for improvements.

How often does Salem Housing Authority open new waiting lists?

Salem Housing Authority’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waiting list was last opened on May 6, 2023 and closed on May 22, 2023.

Public Housing Communities Managed by Salem Housing Authority

Parkway East & West

3143 7th Pl NE, Salem, Oregon 97303

Robert Lindsey Towers

370 Church St SE, Salem, Oregon 97301

Brush College Village

1560 Brush College Rd NW, Salem, Oregon 97304

Southfair Apartments

1901 Fairgrounds Rd NE, Salem, Oregon 97301

SALEM HOUSING RAD PRESERVATION 4

2903 HAWTHRONE AVE NE, Salem, Oregon 97301

Englewood East

3140 Tess Ave NE, Salem, Oregon 97301

11 - 9 Scattered Sites

546 16th St SE, Salem, Oregon 97302