Analysis by Joshua Cappell
Last Updated: January, 7th 2026
The Puerto Rico Department of Housing Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list closed on December 1, 2025. Check back for future openings.
Puerto Rico has preferences for: Elderly, Victims of Domestic Violence. Preferences are not required but Section 8 Voucher applicants that meet these criteria will be moved up the waiting list.
Puerto Rico Section 8 Voucher Waiting List is managed by Puerto Rico Department of Housing.
Puerto Rico Department of Housing provides affordable housing for up to 9,757 low- and moderate-income households through its public housing programs.
This housing agency serves San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Preferences are not a requirement.
You should still consider applying to waiting lists with preferences you don't qualify for. There is still a chance to get housing.Rufus W. Bailey says:
"Affordable Housing Online is very effective and useful, and helpful."