Housing Authority of DeKalb County

This housing agency serves DeKalb County and Atlanta, Georgia. Service does not extend to Atlanta, Service does not extend to Decatur, Service does not extend to Lithonia, Georgia.

Waiting List
Open Now: DeKalb County Starnes Senior Residences Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: DeKalb County, Georgia Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: DeKalb County, Georgia Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Retreat at Spring Hill, Near Elderly Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Veranda at Assembly, Near Elderly Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Antioch Villas and Gardens Near Elderly Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: DeKalb County, Georgia Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Terraces at Parkview, Candler Forrest and Hills at Fairington Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Phoenix Station Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: The View and Reserve at Mills Creek Senior Residences Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Ashford Parkside / Ashford Landing and Chamblee Senior Residences Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Columbia Senior Residences at Forest Hills Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Hearthside Brookleigh 62+, LIHTC Other Senior Waiting List Learn More

Open Now: DeKalb County Starnes Senior Residences Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

This waiting list is for Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental housing assistance in DeKalb County, Georgia.

The DeKalb County Starnes Senior Residences PBV waiting list is now open for applications online only.

Closed: DeKalb County, Georgia Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List

The Housing Authority of DeKalb County (HADC) Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. from December 11, 2018, until December 13, 2018. No open or close time has been confirmed. It was last open for three days in December, 2018; and before that in April, 2015. There is no notice of when this waiting list will reopen.

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

This waiting list had the following preferences: Live, Work, or Attend School in DeKalb County.

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 DHA website here.

Closed: DeKalb County, Georgia Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

This waiting list is for Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental housing assistance in DeKalb County, Georgia.

DeKalb County’s Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List was previously open for applications, allowing residents the chance to apply online, checking for specific preferences and deadlines. If you missed this, look for future opportunities or visit the housing authority’s website.

Closed: Retreat at Spring Hill, Near Elderly Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

This waiting list is for Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental housing assistance in Stone Mountain, Georgia.

The Housing Authority of DeKalb County (HADC) last accepted Near Elderly Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list for 1 and 2-Bedroom apartments at Retreat at Spring Hill from June 2, 2023, until further notice. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen.

Please note: According to the HADC, "To be eligible, all members of your household must be 55 years of age or older."

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

Income limit information can be found here.

This waiting list had the following preferences: The HADC gives preference to residents who live or work in DeKalb County over those who do not.

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

For more information, visit the HADC website.

Sources: This information was verified by the HADC on May 2, 2023.

Closed: Veranda at Assembly, Near Elderly Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

This waiting list is for Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental housing assistance in Atlanta, Georgia.

The waiting list for Veranda at Assembly Near Elderly Section 8 Project-Based Voucher was open from January 1, 2025, to January 31, 2025.

Closed: Antioch Villas and Gardens Near Elderly Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

This waiting list is for Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental housing assistance in Stone Mountain, Georgia.

The Antioch Villas and Gardens Near Elderly accepted applications for the Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list from January 10, 2025, until February 10, 2025.

Closed: DeKalb County, Georgia Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

This waiting list is for Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental housing assistance in DeKalb County, Georgia.

The DeKalb County HADC Project-Based waiting list was open from January 15, 2025, to February 15, 2025, and accepted pre-applications online during this period.

Closed: Terraces at Parkview, Candler Forrest and Hills at Fairington Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

This waiting list is for Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental housing assistance in Stone Mountain, Georgia.

The Housing Authority of DeKalb County (HADC) Family Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list for apartments at Terraces at Parkview, Candler Forrest and Hills at Fairington is closed.

The HADC last accepted applications for this waiting list from November 22, 2021, until further notice. There is no notice of when this waiting list will reopen.

  • Terraces at Parkview, had 1, 2 and 3-Bedroom units.
  • Candler Forrest, had 2 and 3-Bedroom units.
  • Hills at Fairington, had 1, 2 and 3-Bedroom units.

Please note: According to the HADC, "To be eligible, all members of your household must be 55 years of age or older."

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

This waiting list had the following preferences:

  • . The HADC gives preference to residents who live or work in DeKalb County over those who do not.

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 HADC website.

Sources: This information was verified by the HADC on November 22, 2021.

Closed: Phoenix Station Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

This waiting list is for Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental housing assistance in Decatur, Georgia.

The waiting list for Phoenix Station in Decatur, Georgia is currently closed. This Project-Based Voucher property provides rental assistance for eligible low-income families, elderly individuals, and persons with disabilities through the Housing Authority of DeKalb County.

For information about when the waiting list may reopen, contact the Housing Authority of DeKalb County at (404) 292-5900, visit their office at 750 Commerce Drive, Suite 100, Decatur, GA 30030, or check www.dekalbha.org for updates.

Reasonable Accommodation: The Housing Authority of DeKalb County provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. TTY users may call 711 for relay services.

Closed: The View and Reserve at Mills Creek Senior Residences Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

This waiting list is for Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental housing assistance in DeKalb County, Georgia.

The View and Reserve at Mills Creek Senior Residences was open for applications from February 1, 2025, to February 28, 2025.

Closed: Ashford Parkside / Ashford Landing and Chamblee Senior Residences Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

This waiting list is for Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental housing assistance in DeKalb County, Georgia.

The waiting list for Ashford Parkside / Ashford Landing and Chamblee Senior Residences was open from February 1, 2025, to February 28, 2025.

Closed: Columbia Senior Residences at Forest Hills Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List

This waiting list is for Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental housing assistance in Decatur, Georgia.

Columbia Senior Residences at Forest Hills has closed its waiting list for senior housing in Decatur, Georgia. The property is not currently accepting new applications for its Section 8 Project-Based Voucher program serving seniors aged 62 and older.

The waiting list accepted applications for one and two-bedroom affordable apartments where rent is based on income, with residents typically paying 30% of their adjusted monthly income.

For information about when the waiting list may reopen, contact the property management at (404) 288-8881 or visit 2300 Candler Road, Decatur, GA 30032.

Closed: Hearthside Brookleigh 62+, LIHTC Other Senior Waiting List

This waiting list is for Other Senior rental housing assistance in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Housing Authority of DeKalb County (HADC) will accept Senior Low Income Housing Tax Credit waiting list applications for Hearthside Brookleigh Apartments from May 17, 2024, until further notice. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen.

Please note: According to the HADC, "To be eligible, all members of your household must be 62 years of age or older."

This waiting list had the following preferences: The HADC gives preference to residents who live or work in DeKalb County over those who do not.

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

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

For more information, visit the HADC website.

Sources: This information was verified by the HADC on May 2, 2023.

About The Agency

Housing Authority of DeKalb County provides affordable housing for up to 4,650 low- and moderate-income households through its 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-12:00pm

246 Sycamore Street, Suite 260, Decatur, GA

Visit Website(404) 270-2500

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How large is the Housing Authority of DeKalb County?

Housing Authority of DeKalb County serves 3,958 low-income households. The agency manages 4,769 Housing Choice Vouchers and 0 public housing units.

What are the incomes of residents served by the Housing Authority of DeKalb County?

Extremely low-income (ELI) renters, earning less than 30% of Area Median Income (AMI), make up 80 percent of households served by Housing Authority of DeKalb County. Very low-income renters earn less than 50% AMI, and are 95 percent of Housing Authority of DeKalb County households.

How many Housing Authority of DeKalb County residents are employed?

Working adults head 1,068 households and make up 27 percent of households served by Housing Authority of DeKalb County.

How many female-headed renter households are served by the Housing Authority of DeKalb County?

There are 3285 female-headed renter households living in Housing Authority of DeKalb County housing. Households headed by females are 83% of those served by the Housing Authority of DeKalb County.

What racial and ethnic groups are found among Housing Authority of DeKalb County renters?

Black 3,641
Asian-Pacific Islander 158
White 79
Hispanic 79

How many senior-headed renter households are served by Housing Authority of DeKalb County?

There are 1266 households headed by seniors served by the Housing Authority of DeKalb County. Senior households are 32% of households in Housing Authority of DeKalb County housing.

How many households headed by persons with disabilities live in Housing Authority of DeKalb County housing?

There are 712 persons with disabilities living in Housing Authority of DeKalb County housing. Persons with disabilities are the head of 18% of households served by the Housing Authority of DeKalb County.

How does HUD rate the performance of the Housing Authority of DeKalb County?

The Housing Authority of DeKalb County is rated as a standard 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 Housing Authority of DeKalb County open new waiting lists?

Housing Authority of DeKalb County’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waiting list was last opened on December 11, 2018 and closed on December 13, 2018.

Public Housing Communities Managed by Housing Authority of DeKalb County

Hearthside Brookleigh (62+ Active Adult)

2282 Johnson Ferry Rd NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30319

bed 1-2
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
real_estate_agent Accepts Vouchers
accessibility Accessible

Columbia Senior Residences at Forrest Hills

1004 Columbia Dr, Decatur, Georgia 30030

bed 1-2
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
real_estate_agent Accepts Vouchers
accessibility Accessible

Chamblee Senior Residences

3381 Malone Dr, Chamblee, Georgia 30341

bed 1-2
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
accessibility Accessible

Candler Forest

2145 Candler Rd, Decatur, Georgia 30032

bed 2-3
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
real_estate_agent Accepts Vouchers
accessibility Accessible

The Terraces at Parkview

6800 Parkview Trail, Lithonia, Georgia 30058

bed 1-3
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
real_estate_agent Accepts Vouchers
accessibility Accessible

Hills at Fairington

5959 Fairington Rd, Lithonia, Georgia 30038

bed 1-3
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
real_estate_agent Accepts Vouchers
accessibility Accessible

Ashford Parkside Residences

3522 Blair Cir NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30319

bed 1-2
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
real_estate_agent Accepts Vouchers
accessibility Accessible

Antioch Villas and Gardens

4735 Bishop Ming Blvd, Stone Mountain, Georgia 30088

bed Studio-2
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
real_estate_agent Accepts Vouchers
accessibility Accessible

The View

901 FOURTH ST, Stone Mountain, Georgia 30083

bed 1-2
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
real_estate_agent Accepts Vouchers
accessibility Accessible

Mills Creek Crossing

3175 Mills Creek Circle, Scottdale, Georgia 30079

bed 1-3
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
real_estate_agent Accepts Vouchers
accessibility Accessible

The Retreat at Mills Creek

3220 Mills Creek Circle, Scottdale, Georgia 30079

bed 1-2
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
real_estate_agent Accepts Vouchers
accessibility Accessible

Sterling at Candler Village

2536 Mellville Ave, Decatur, Georgia 30032

bed 1-2
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
real_estate_agent Accepts Vouchers
accessibility Accessible

Reservation at Hairston Lake

1023 N Hairston Rd, Stone Mountain, Georgia 30083

bed 1
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
payment Subsidized
accessibility Accessible

Retreat at Spring Hill

4947 SPRING HILL BND, Stone Mountain, Georgia 30083

bed 1-2
switch_access_shortcut Short Wait
real_estate_agent Accepts Vouchers
accessibility Accessible

Tobie Grant Manor

3327 Tobie Cir, Scottdale, Georgia 30079

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