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Alaska Housing Finance Corporation
Anchorage, Alaska
Last Updated
8 hours ago
About Alaska Housing Finance Corporation
Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC), PHA Code AK001, is situated in Anchorage, Anchorage County, Alaska. AHFC oversees approximately 1,243 assisted housing units and provides various housing assistance programs to residents.
Currently open programs for applicants include AHFC-Owned (Market Rate - Alpine Terrace), Market Rate, Market Rate (Alpine Terrace), Market Rate Program (Alpine Terrace), Multifamily Housing (Ptarmigan Park S8N), Multifamily Housing (S8N), Other, and Public Housing. Other programs, such as HCV and PBV, are currently closed to new applications. For a family of four in the Anchorage, AK HUD Metro FMR Area, the Very Low Income limit is $64,500 per year. Prospective applicants should verify specific eligibility requirements for each program.
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AHFC-Owned (Market Rate - Alpine Terrace) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, In-person, Mail
Additional Notes
All waiting lists are open for Alpine Terrace. These are available rentals and no rental assistance is attached to these units. Apply online by selecting the 'Application' link for Alpine Terrace on the provided URL, or inquire about mail/in-person application methods.
Market Rate Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 25, 2025
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Accepting applications for 2-bedroom units at Alpine Terrace. Each applicant family may submit only one application; duplicate applications will be withdrawn.
Market Rate (Alpine Terrace AHFC-Owned Housing) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 25, 2025
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This waitlist is currently accepting applications for 2-bedroom units. Only one application per family is allowed; duplicate applications will be withdrawn.
Market Rate (Alpine Terrace) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 25, 2025
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waiting list for 2-bedroom units opened March 25, 2025, for households at or below 80% area median income. Only one application per family is allowed, and duplicates will be withdrawn.
Market Rate Program Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 25, 2025
How to Apply
Online, Mail, In-person
Additional Notes
This waiting list is for 2-bedroom units at Alpine Terrace. Each applicant family may submit only one application; duplicate applications will be withdrawn.
Market Rate Program (Alpine Terrace) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 25, 2025
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Accepting applications for 2-bedroom units. Each applicant family may submit only one application, as duplicate applications will be withdrawn.
Multifamily Housing (Ptarmigan Park S8N) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Feb 3, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications for 2 and 3-bedroom units began February 3, 2026, for eligible households at or below 80% area median income. Only one application per family is allowed; duplicate applications will be withdrawn.
Multifamily Housing (S8N) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Feb 3, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Accepting applications for 2 and 3-bedroom units at Ptarmigan Park S8N. Each applicant family may submit only one application; duplicate applications will be withdrawn.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 25, 2025
Closing Date
Jun 14, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This AHFC-Owned Market Rate waitlist is for 2-bedroom units at Alpine Terrace, available to households with income at or below 80% of the area median income; no rental assistance is attached, and duplicate applications will be withdrawn.
Other (Market Rate) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 25, 2025
How to Apply
Online, In-person, Mail, Drop box
Additional Notes
The Alpine Terrace Market Rate Program in Anchorage has open waiting lists for all unit types, including 2-bedroom units. These are available rentals with no rental assistance attached. Each applicant family may submit only one application.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Feb 3, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for 2 and 3-bedroom units, requiring applicants to have an income at or below 80% of the area median income; only one application per family is allowed.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Households with income at or below 80% of the area median income are eligible; application packages can be submitted online, by mail, or hand-delivered to the local AHFC office.
other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 25, 2025
How to Apply
Mail, In-person, Drop box
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for Alpine Terrace Market Rate Program 2-bedroom units. Each applicant family may only submit one application; duplicate applications will be withdrawn.
Other Programs
7 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
This refers to the Alpine Terrace Market Rate Program, accepting applications for 2-bedroom units. Only one application per family is allowed; duplicate applications will be withdrawn.
Income must be at or below 50% of the area median income with no minimum income requirement; applications were processed via a lottery, offering no advantage for early submission within the application window.
For 2-bedroom units. Each applicant family may only submit one application; duplicate applications will be withdrawn.
This is a referral-based rental assistance program for families nearing the end of the Stabilization and Recovery Program, with household income at or below 50% of the area median income.
Referral-based for families nearing the end of the Stabilization and Recovery Program. Income must be at or below 50% of the area median income.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Alaska Housing Finance Corporation portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation
Check Current Status
Alaska Housing Finance Corporation currently has 13 open waiting lists (AHFC-Owned (Market Rate - Alpine Terrace), Market Rate, Market Rate (Alpine Terrace AHFC-Owned Housing), Market Rate (Alpine Terrace), Market Rate Program, Market Rate Program (Alpine Terrace), Multifamily Housing (Ptarmigan Park S8N), Multifamily Housing (S8N), Other, Other (Market Rate), PBV, Public Housing, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $64,500/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Alaska Housing Finance Corporation portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Alaska Housing Finance Corporation manages approximately 1,243 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Anchorage. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation
AHFC-Owned (Market Rate - Alpine Terrace) open
The AHFC-Owned (Market Rate - Alpine Terrace) program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Market Rate open
The Market Rate program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Market Rate (Alpine Terrace AHFC-Owned Housing) open
The Market Rate (Alpine Terrace AHFC-Owned Housing) program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Market Rate (Alpine Terrace) open
The Market Rate (Alpine Terrace) program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Market Rate Program open
The Market Rate Program program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Market Rate Program (Alpine Terrace) open
The Market Rate Program (Alpine Terrace) program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Multifamily Housing (Ptarmigan Park S8N) open
The Multifamily Housing (Ptarmigan Park S8N) program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Multifamily Housing (S8N) open
The Multifamily Housing (S8N) program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on June 14, 2026.
Other (Market Rate) open
The Other (Market Rate) program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Anchorage. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Alaska Housing Finance Corporation manages approximately 1,243 Public Housing units in Anchorage. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
other open
The other program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
AHFC-Owned Housing closed
The AHFC-Owned Housing program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Anchorage. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Multifamily Housing closed
The Multifamily Housing program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
New Start Voucher closed
The New Start Voucher program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
New Start Voucher (NSV) closed
The New Start Voucher (NSV) program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anchorage. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Anchorage maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
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What are the income limits for Alaska Housing Finance Corporation?
Alaska Housing Finance Corporation Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Anchorage, AK HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $64,500. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $27,100 | $45,150 | $72,250 |
| 2 Persons | $31,000 | $51,600 | $82,600 |
| 3 Persons | $34,850 | $58,050 | $92,900 |
| 4 Persons | $40,190 | $64,500 | $103,200 |
| 5 Persons | $47,070 | $69,700 | $111,500 |
| 6 Persons | $53,950 | $74,850 | $119,750 |
| 7 Persons | $60,830 | $80,000 | $128,000 |
| 8 Persons | $67,710 | $85,150 | $136,250 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Alaska Housing Finance Corporation — including across state lines.