Anaheim Housing Authority
Waiting Lists
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- Anaheim, California Section 8 HCV is open.
- Anaheim, California Mainstream Voucher is open.
- Cherry Orchard, Hermosa Village, Pradera, and Vintage Crossing Limited Section 8 Project-Based Voucher is open.
- Buena Esperanza Limited Section 8 Project-Based Voucher is open.
- Finamore Place Section 8 Project-Based Voucher is open.
- Bel'Age Manor and Miracle Terrace Limited Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher is open.
- El Verano Limited Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher is open.
- Limited Affordable Rental Housing Program Low-Income is open.
Open: Anaheim, California Section 8 HCV
The Anaheim Housing Authority (AHA) Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently open.
The AHA is accepting applications for this waiting list from March 6, 2023 at 10:00 am, until April 6, 2023 at 4:59 pm PT.
To apply during the opening period, complete the online application.
This waiting list has the following preferences:
- Special Needs Populations
- For up to 172 vouchers, preference will be granted to non-elderly disabled persons that are transitioning out of institutional or other segregated settings or are homeless. These vouchers were granted through 2017 Mainstream Voucher Program NOFA and 2020 CARES Act allocations). Applicants who live or work in the City of Anaheim will be given priority under this preference.
- The PHA will commit up to 50% of annual new admission vouchers to assist Anaheim-based families who are either:
- Homeless and referred by an approved local service provider because they are participating in a local transitional housing program or are receiving other supportive and shelter services from that provider. Providers may be required to verify that applicants had ties to Anaheim prior to entering the shelter and commit to providing appropriate services to the client; or
- Participating in a city-funded homeless or at risk of becoming homeless program and have been referred by the connected service agency.
- Families who are being terminated from the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) program, due to the qualifying member being deceased.
- Families who live or work in the City of Anaheim and are referred by Anaheim Police Department. These types of referrals will be limited to victims of a crime, the magnitude or impact of which requires rapid relocation. Referrals must be made in writing on Anaheim Police Department letterhead, and signed by the Chief or Deputy Chief of Police only. Eligibility, including background checks will be confirmed for all members. All referrals are subject to the approval of the Executive Director or designee.
- Eligible families who are displaced as a result of a project sponsored by the City of Anaheim Community Development Department or other City of Anaheim Department.
- Any family that has been terminated from the City of Anaheim HCV program due to insufficient program funding.
- Families who live, work, or have been hired to work in Anaheim (Residency preference).
Selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list by date and time the application is received, weighed by order of preferences.
For more information, visit the AHA website.
Sources: This information was verified the AHA notice on February 20, 2023.
Service Area
This waiting list is for Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher rental assistance in Anaheim, California.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via (714) 765-4320.
Next Steps
Learn more about what happens after the application is submitted.
Last Updated on 03/06/2023.
Open: Anaheim, California Mainstream Voucher
Please Note: Due to the decentralized nature of affordable housing information, the information about this waiting list may be out of date.
The Anaheim Housing Authority (AHA) Mainstream Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently open. Pre-applications are being accepted from December 2, 2019, until further notice.
Please note: According to the AHA, "To qualify for the mainstream preference, a household member must satisfy all three eligibility criteria: (1) must be between 18 to 61 years old, (2) must be disabled, and (3) must currently be transitioning out of an institutional or other segregated setting, at serious risk of institutionalization, homeless, or at risk of becoming homeless. In order to apply, you must attach verification that you or a member of your household meets all three of the above criteria. Applications without the required documentation attached will be returned to you."
To apply during the opening period, mail a written request to receive an application by mail to the Anaheim Housing Authority at 201 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 201, Anaheim, CA 92805.
Once the application has been completed, it must be submitted in person to the Anaheim Housing Authority office located at 201 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 201, Anaheim, CA 92805.
This waiting list has the following preferences:
- Live or work in the city of Anaheim.
- Veteran or current members of the American armed forces and the widowed spouses of veterans.
Selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list by date and time the application is received, weighed by order of preferences.
For more information, read the AHA public notice or visit the AHA website.
Sources: This information was verified by the City of Anaheim website, as of November 21, 2019.
Service Area
This waiting list is for Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher rental assistance in Anaheim, California.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via (714) 765-4311.
Last Updated on 02/07/2022.
Open: Cherry Orchard, Hermosa Village, Pradera, and Vintage Crossing Limited Section 8 Project-Based Voucher
Please Note: Due to the decentralized nature of affordable housing information, the information about this waiting list may be out of date.
The Anaheim Housing Authority (AHA) waiting list for Section 8 Project-Based Voucher apartments at Cherry Orchard, Hermosa Village, Pradera, and Vintage Crossing is currently open on a limited basis. Applications are being accepted since at least May, 2018, until further notice.
Please note: According to the AHA, applicants must "Live/Work in Anaheim."
To apply during the opening period, complete the online application here.
This waiting list has the following preferences:
- Veteran, a surviving spouse of a Veteran or current member of the Armed Forces
- Any adult works or has been hired to work in the City of Anaheim
- Resident of the City of Anaheim
- Disabled/Special Needs
It is not known how selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list.
For more information, visit the AHA Project-Based Voucher Waiting Lists page, or the AHA website.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via (714) 765-4320.
IMPORTANT: This is not the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program. Section 8 Project-Based Voucher tenants are required to live in a specific apartment community or scattered site. After one year of occupancy, a Project-Based Voucher tenant may request to be placed on a waiting list to receive the next available Housing Choice Voucher or similar tenant-based rental assistance.
Last Updated on 02/07/2022.
Open: Buena Esperanza Limited Section 8 Project-Based Voucher
Please Note: Due to the decentralized nature of affordable housing information, the information about this waiting list may be out of date.
The Anaheim Housing Authority (AHA) Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list for studio apartments at Buena Esperanza is currently open on a limited basis. Applications are being accepted from April 8, 2021, until further notice.
- Buena Esperanza is located at 2691 W La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92801 and offers furnished studio units to for 1-2 person families.
Please note: According to the AHA public notice, "This waiting list will be opened to individuals who are chronically homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Eligible applicants will be referred by the Orange County Coordinated Entry System (CES)."
To apply during the opening period, applicants must be referred by the Orange County Coordinated Entry System (CES). Information regarding CES is available here.
This waiting list has the following preferences:
- Live or Work in Anaheim, California.
- Veterans
Selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list by date and time the application is received, weighed by order of preferences.
For more information, visit the AHA website.
Sources: This information was verified by the AHA on March 4, 2021.
Service Area
This waiting list is for Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental assistance in Anaheim, California.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via (714) 765-4320 and leave us a voicemail OR email us at AHAInfo@anaheim.net .
IMPORTANT: This is not the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program. Section 8 Project-Based Voucher tenants are required to live in a specific apartment community or scattered site. After one year of occupancy, a Project-Based Voucher tenant may request to be placed on a waiting list to receive the next available Housing Choice Voucher or similar tenant-based rental assistance.
Last Updated on 03/28/2022.
Open: Finamore Place Section 8 Project-Based Voucher
Please Note: Due to the decentralized nature of affordable housing information, the information about this waiting list may be out of date.
The Anaheim Housing Authority Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list for 1 and 2-Bedroom apartments at Finamore Place is currently open by referral only.
The AHA is accepting applications for this waiting list from March 24th, 2022, until further notice.
Please note: According to the AHA, "This waiting list will be opened solely for the following preferences:
- Households that qualify as homeless, and are enrolled and in good standing with the Homeless Assistance Program (HAP), Chronically Homeless Individuals Pilot Program (CHIPP), or other City sponsored program and referred to the waiting list by the service provider.
- Households that qualify as homeless and are referred by Anaheim City funded Emergency Shelter homeless service providers.
- Households that qualify as homeless and are referred by other homeless service providers. Additional preference will be given to those within each of the above categories who qualify for the Live or Work in Anaheim (Residency) preference or are a U.S. veterans."
Finamore Place is located at 915 E. Orangewood Avenue Anaheim, CA 92802 and offers 1 and 2 bedroom units for 1 to 4 person households. The development features the following amenities: improved recreational and leisure space, swimming pool, clubhouse, BBQ areas, roof deck, and community garden.
To apply during the opening period, applicants must be referred by service providers. If an applicant is homeless and is not currently working with a service provider, call 2-1-1 to be connected to a service provider that may give a reference. There will be no onsite intake center for those experiencing homelessness.
This waiting list has the following preferences:
- Households that qualify as homeless, and are enrolled and in good standing with the Homeless Assistance Program (HAP), Chronically Homeless Individuals Pilot Program (CHIPP), or other City sponsored program and referred to the waiting list by the service provider.
- Households that qualify as homeless and are referred by Anaheim City funded Emergency Shelter homeless service providers.
- Households that qualify as homeless and are referred by other homeless service providers. Additional preference will be given to those within each of the above categories who qualify for the Live or Work in Anaheim (Residency) preference or are a U.S. veterans.
Selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list by date and time the application is received, weighed by order of preferences.
For more information, visit the AHA website.
Sources: This information was verified by the Orange County Register public notice on March 21, 2022.
Service Area
This waiting list is for Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental assistance in Anaheim, California.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via (714) 765-4320; or Email AHAInfo@anaheim.net.
IMPORTANT: This is not the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program. Section 8 Project-Based Voucher tenants are required to live in a specific apartment community or scattered site. After one year of occupancy, a Project-Based Voucher tenant may request to be placed on a waiting list to receive the next available Housing Choice Voucher or similar tenant-based rental assistance.
Last Updated on 03/24/2022.
Open: Bel'Age Manor and Miracle Terrace Limited Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher
Please Note: Due to the decentralized nature of affordable housing information, the information about this waiting list may be out of date.
The Anaheim Housing Authority (AHA) waiting list for Senior (55+ and 62+) Section 8 Project-Based Voucher apartments at Bel'Age Manor and Miracle Terrace is currently open on a limited basis. Applications are being accepted since at least March, 2018, until further notice.
Please note: According to the AHA, applicants must "Live/Work in Anaheim."
To apply during the opening period, complete the online application here.
This waiting list has the following preferences:
- Veteran, a surviving spouse of a Veteran or current member of the Armed Forces
- Any adult works or has been hired to work in the City of Anaheim
- Resident of the City of Anaheim
- Disabled/Special Needs
It is not known how selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list.
For more information, visit the AHA Project-Based Voucher Waiting Lists page, or the AHA website.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via (714) 765-4320.
IMPORTANT: This is not the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program. Section 8 Project-Based Voucher tenants are required to live in a specific apartment community or scattered site. After one year of occupancy, a Project-Based Voucher tenant may request to be placed on a waiting list to receive the next available Housing Choice Voucher or similar tenant-based rental assistance.
Last Updated on 02/07/2022.
Open: El Verano Limited Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher
Please Note: Due to the decentralized nature of affordable housing information, the information about this waiting list may be out of date.
The Anaheim Housing Authority (AHA) waiting list for Senior (62+) Section 8 Project-Based Voucher apartments at El Verano is currently open on a limited basis. Applications are being accepted since at least March, 2018, until further notice.
Please note: According to the AHA, applicants must "Applicants must be at least 62 years old to apply. The waiting list will only be open for those who qualify for the Live or Work in Anaheim preference."
To apply during the opening period, complete the online application here.
This waiting list has the following preferences:
- U.S. veterans
It is not known how selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list.
For more information, read the AHA public notice, or visit the AHA Project-Based Voucher Waiting Lists page, or the AHA website.
Service Area
This waiting list is for Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental assistance in Anaheim, California.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via (714) 765-4320.
IMPORTANT: This is not the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program. Section 8 Project-Based Voucher tenants are required to live in a specific apartment community or scattered site. After one year of occupancy, a Project-Based Voucher tenant may request to be placed on a waiting list to receive the next available Housing Choice Voucher or similar tenant-based rental assistance.
Last Updated on 03/17/2022.
Open: Limited Affordable Rental Housing Program Low-Income
Please Note: Due to the decentralized nature of affordable housing information, the information about this waiting list may be out of date.
The Anaheim Housing Authority (AHA) Affordable Rental Housing Program interest list is currently open on a limited basis, since at least March, 2018, until further notice.
Please note:
- According to the AHA, "Enrollees must live and/or work in the City of Anaheim."
- According to the AHA, "The City has agreements with owners of specific units to keep rent levels below regular market rates...This is not a rental assistance program."
- The AHA Affordable Rental Housing Program offers Family, Senior and Special Needs units.
There are two ways to apply during the opening period:
- Complete the online application here.
- Open and print the paper application online here. Select the "Affordable Rental Housing Interest Form" link in the "Consideration for Vacancies" section.
Once the paper application has been completed, it must be either:
- Mailed to:
Affordable Housing Interest List
Mail Stop 1003
P.O. Box 3222
Anaheim, CA 92803-3222 - Dropped off in person to:
CO/O: Affordable Housing
201 S. Anaheim Blvd., 2nd Floor
Anaheim, CA 92805 - Emailed to affordablehousing@anaheim.net.
This waiting list has the following preferences: Live or work in the incorporated area of Anaheim.
It is not known how selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list.
For more information, visit the AHA Affordable Housing page, or the AHA website.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via (714) 765-4320.
Last Updated on 02/07/2022.
About Anaheim Housing Authority
201 South Anaheim Boulevard, Anaheim, CA | Visit Website | (714) 765-4320
Anaheim Housing Authority provides affordable housing for up to 6,615 low and moderate income households through its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program..
In addition, Anaheim Housing Authority offers other programs for eligible households, including:
- Section 8 Project-Based Voucher (PBV)
- Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA)
Housing Authority Jurisdiction
Low-income housing managed by Anaheim Housing Authority is located in Anaheim, CA.
Households with a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher managed by this housing authority must rent within its jurisdiction.
About the Anaheim Housing Authority Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
As of the HUDs most recent Voucher Management System report, Anaheim Housing Authority manages 5,794 active Housing Choice Vouchers.
The following table summarizes types of vouchers managed and the monthly costs of each as of December 31st, 2021:
| Standard | Family Unification | Tenant Protection | Ported Out | VASH | Non-Elderly Disabled | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vouchers | 5,492 | 40 | 26 | 19 | 71 | 146 |
| Monthly Cost Per Voucher | $1,307 | $1,170 | $1,072 | $958 | $1,260 | $1,280 |
| Monthly Cost | $7,176,338 | $46,797 | $27,880 | $18,195 | $89,464 | $186,858 |
Waiting List and Tenancy
According to the 2016 Q4 Picture of Subsidized Households database, the housing authority's voucher program has an annual turnover of 8% having issued approximately 786 vouchers in the past year. The average voucher holder has received housing benefits for 10 years and 2 months. According to the 2016 PSH database, persons who were issued a voucher in the preceding 12 months waited an average of 60 months on the waiting list1.
Income Characteristics
According to 2016 Q4 Picture of Subsidized Households data, the average voucher household contains 2.4 persons and has a household income of $18,772 per year. 97% of households were very low income (VLI) and 78% were extremely low income (ELI). 35% of households had wages as a major source of income, 5% of households had welfare (TANF, General Assistance or Public Assistance) as their primary source of income, and 60% of households had other income (Social Security, Disability or Pension) as their major source of income.
Heads of Household Characteristics
0% of households were headed by a person 24 years old or less, 34% were headed by a person 25 to 49 years old, 23% were headed by a person 51 to 60 years old, and 43% were headed by a person 62 years old or older. In addition, 5% of households were headed by a person 85 years old or older.
34% of households included children, 14% of which had two adults in the household. 24% of households with children have a female head of household. 66% of all households were headed by a female.
72% of all voucher households were headed by minorities with 8% of all heads of households being Black and 0% being Hispanic.
Of all households participating in the Anaheim Housing Authority Housing Choice Voucher program, 20% include at least one person with a disability. 28% of households with a head of household 61 years or less were headed by a person with a disability. 49% of households headed by someone 62 or older were headed by a person with a disability.
Bedroom Size and Overhousing
45% of voucher holders reside in a home with zero or 1 bedroom, 37% with 2 bedrooms and 17% with 3 or more bedrooms. 7% of voucher recipients are considered overhoused, meaning they occupy a rental unit larger than their family size requires.
Rent, Assistance, and Utility Allowances
The average monthly tenant contribution to rent by Anaheim Housing Authority voucher holders in 2016 was $505 and the average monthly HUD expenditure per voucher holder was $1,124. The average utility allowance across all voucher recipients is $70.
1. This Picture of Subsidized Households data field is the average wait time of those who received a voucher in the preceding 12 months. Due to special voucher programs like VASH, recent waiting list purges, or waiting list preferences the average wait time can vary significantly from one year to the next and it is entirely possible many current applicants on the waiting list have been waiting for assistance for far longer.
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