Jacksonville Housing Authority

This housing agency serves Jacksonville, Florida.

Waiting List
Closed: Jacksonville, Florida Elderly/Disabled Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Jacksonville, Florida General Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Open Until Further Notice: 5-Bedroom Public Housing Waiting List Learn More
Open Until Further Notice: Emergency Housing Voucher Other Waiting List Learn More
Open Until Further Notice: Jacksonville Housing Authority Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List Learn More

Closed: Jacksonville, Florida Elderly/Disabled Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List

The Jacksonville Housing Authority (JHA) Elderly (62+)/Disabled Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. It was last open for one day in December, 2018; and before that for one day twice in November, 2018; and before that for one day in February, 2016. There is no notice of when this waiting list will reopen.

To apply during the opening period, applicants were required to complete the application at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds.

This waiting list had the following preferences: Elderly; Disabled; Veterans; Victims of Domestic Violence; Displaced by Government Action.

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

For more information, visit the JHA Section 8 page here.

Closed: Jacksonville, Florida General Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List

The Jacksonville Housing Authority last accepted Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list applications from February 8, 2021, until February 28, 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 follows:

  • 1 Person $42,000 | 5 Persons $64,800
  • 2 Persons $48,000 | 6 Persons $69,600
  • 3 Persons $54,000 | 7 Persons $74,400
  • 4 Persons $60,000 | 8 Persons $79,200

This waiting list had the following preferences:

  • Families with Disabled persons. 
  • Elderly – Age 62 and above. 
  • Veterans (Honorable discharge only). 
  • Displacement preference-Dwelling has been condemned by government action. 
  • Victims of Domestic Violence. 
  • Local - (Residency Preference - Duval county).

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

For more information, visit the JHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the JHA on February 5, 2021.

Open Until Further Notice: 5-Bedroom Public Housing Waiting List

The Jacksonville Housing Authority (JHA) is accepting Public Housing waiting list applications for 5-bedroom apartments from November 13, 2023, until further notice.

To apply while the waiting list is open, complete the online application.

Please note: The JHA public notice states, this waiting list has the following "Criteria:

  • CW5 - Public Housing working family five bedroom waiting list (a minimum 5-person household, where the head of house, spouse or co-head is employed at least 20 hours per week, full-time student, elderly or disabled).
  • CV5- Public Housing non- working family five bedroom waiting list (a minimum 5-person household, where the head of house, spouse or co-head is not employed at least 20 hours per week, a full-time student, elderly or disabled)".

Preferences have not yet been confirmed.

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

For more information, visit the JHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the JHA public notice on November 13, 2023.

Open Until Further Notice: Emergency Housing Voucher Other Waiting List

The Jacksonville Housing Authority (JHA) Emergency Housing Voucher waiting list is currently open. Applications are being accepted since at least July, 2021, until further notice.

Please note: According to the JHA public notice, "These EHV's are designed to assist the following eligible individuals or families who are experiencing homelessness; at risk of experiencing homelessness; fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking; or were recently homeless and for whom providing rental assistance will prevent the family's homelessness or having high risk of housing instability.'

To apply during the opening period, contact the CoC-Continuum of Care at (904) 358-2411, or other homeless or victim services providers through the Coordinated Entry Program for a referral.

Preferences have not yet been confirmed.

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

For more information, visit the JHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the JHA public notice, on July 19, 2021.

Open Until Further Notice: Jacksonville Housing Authority Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List

The Jacksonville Housing Authority (JHA) Section 8 Mainstream Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently open. Applications are being accepted from February 8, 2021 at 8:00 am ET, until further notice.

Please note: According to the JHA public notice, this waiting list is for "persons who are disabled and between the ages of 18 and 61."

To apply during the opening period, complete the online application here.

The maximum income limits for each household size are as follows:

  • 1 Person $42,000 | 5 Persons $64,800
  • 2 Persons $48,000 | 6 Persons $69,600
  • 3 Persons $54,000 | 7 Persons $74,400
  • 4 Persons $60,000 | 8 Persons $79,200

This waiting list has the following preferences:

  • Families with Disabled persons. 
  • Elderly – Age 62 and above. 
  • Veterans (Honorable discharge only). 
  • Displacement preference-Dwelling has been condemned by government action. 
  • Victims of Domestic Violence. 
  • Local - (Residency Preference - Duval county).

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 JHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the JHA on February 5, 2021.

About The Agency

Jacksonville Housing Authority provides affordable housing for up to 11,013 low- and moderate-income households through its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher and public housing programs.

Monday 8:00am-4:45pm
Tuesday 8:00am-4:45pm
Wednesday 8:00am-4:45pm
Thursday 8:00am-4:45pm
Friday 8:00am-4:45pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

1300 Broad Street, Jacksonville, FL

Visit Website(904) 630-3810

Section 8 Application Checklist

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How large is the Jacksonville Housing Authority?

Jacksonville Housing Authority serves 10,457 low-income households. The agency manages 8,483 Housing Choice Vouchers and 2,314 public housing units.

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

Extremely low-income (ELI) renters, earning less than 30% of Area Median Income (AMI), make up 76 percent of households served by Jacksonville Housing Authority. Very low-income renters earn less than 50% AMI, and are 94 percent of Jacksonville Housing Authority households.

How many Jacksonville Housing Authority residents are employed?

Working adults head 2,614 households and make up 25 percent of households served by Jacksonville Housing Authority.

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

There are 8365 female-headed renter households living in Jacksonville Housing Authority housing. Households headed by females are 80% of those served by the Jacksonville Housing Authority.

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

Black 8,575
White 1,255
Hispanic 627

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

There are 2718 households headed by seniors served by the Jacksonville Housing Authority. Senior households are 26% of households in Jacksonville Housing Authority housing.

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

There are 2091 persons with disabilities living in Jacksonville Housing Authority housing. Persons with disabilities are the head of 20% of households served by the Jacksonville Housing Authority.

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

The Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville Housing Authority open new waiting lists?

Jacksonville Housing Authority’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waiting list was last opened on February 8, 2021 and closed on February 28, 2023.

Public Housing Communities Managed by Jacksonville Housing Authority

Centennial Towers

230 E 1st St, Jacksonville, Florida 32206

Hogans Creek Towers

1320 Broad St, Jacksonville, Florida 32202

The Waves at Jacksonville Beach

1213 South 8th St, Jacksonville Beach, Florida 32250

Brentwood Lakes

761 Village Center Dr, Jacksonville, Florida 32206

Carrington Place Apartments

11815 Alden Rd, Jacksonville, Florida 32246

Riviera North Apartments

1800 Blanding Blvd, Jacksonville, Florida 32210

Colonial Village

9500 103rd St, Jacksonville, Florida 32210

Scattered Sites

1125 Barnett St, Jacksonville, Florida 32208

Centennial Townhouse

1024 N Liberty St, Jacksonville, Florida 32206

Forest Meadows

1935 Forest Blvd, Jacksonville, Florida 32246

Southwind Villas

8711 Newton Rd, Jacksonville, Florida 32216

Fairway Oaks

5416 Golfbrook Dr, Jacksonville, Florida 32208

Twin Towers

617 W 44th St, Jacksonville, Florida 32208

Jacksonville Beach Apartments

123 S 8th Street, Jacksonville Beach, Florida 32250

Oaks at Durkeeville

1605 N Myrtle Ave, Jacksonville, Florida 32209

Blodgett Villas

1301 N Davis St, Jacksonville, Florida 32209

Victory Point

6750 Ramona Blvd, Jacksonville, Florida 32205

Lindsey Terrace

6455 Argyle Forest Blvd, Jacksonville, Florida 32244

Forest Meadows West

4890 Richard St, Jacksonville, Florida 32207