Housing Authority of Maricopa County
Peoria, Arizona
Last Updated
Feb 15, 2026
Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
WATSON DUPLEXES | BUCKEYE, AZ is open until filled as of August 31, 2025. To apply, click the provided link.
Casa Bonitas Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Various Locations. If you require special assistance or do not have internet access, complete the interest application by telephone by calling 602-744-4511 Tuesday-Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Clare Feldstadt Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Mesa, AZ. Open until filled. Click Here. If you require special assistance or do not have internet access, complete the interest application by telephone by calling 602-744-4511 Tuesday-Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Duplexes Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Watson Duplexes in Buckeye, AZ are open until filled.
Family Unification Program (FUP) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Referral
Additional Notes
The Family Unification Program is open by referral only for families at risk of child placement or youth leaving foster care.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Referral
Additional Notes
Combines HUD's Housing Choice Voucher rental assistance for homeless Veterans with case management and clinical services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This is a referral-based program.
Heritage Senior Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Surprise, AZ. Interest List Only – Click Here. If you require special assistance or do not have internet access, complete the interest application by telephone by calling 602-744-4511 Tuesday-Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Heritage at Surprise Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Surprise, AZ. Open – Until 250 applications received (3-4 BDM. Units Only) – Click Here. If you require special assistance or do not have internet access, complete the interest application by telephone by calling 602-744-4511 Tuesday-Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Mainstream Voucher Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Referral
Additional Notes
The Mainstream Program is open by referral only.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Applications for this program are by referral only, combining HCV rental assistance for homeless Veterans with VA services.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Watson Duplexes, located in Buckeye, AZ, has an open waitlist until filled.
Rose Terrace Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Avondale, AZ. Open until filled. If you require special assistance or do not have internet access, complete the interest application by telephone by calling 602-744-4511 Tuesday-Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Senior Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Heritage Senior Apartments in Surprise, AZ has an interest list that is open until filled.
Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Referral
Additional Notes
The Veteran Affairs Housing Program is open by referral only.
Various Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Watson Duplexes are open until filled. To apply, click the link.
Various Locations Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Casa Bonitas Apartments are open.
Veteran Affairs Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Veteran Affairs Housing program is open by referral only. To apply, click the link provided.
Veteran Affairs Housing Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Referral
Additional Notes
Open – By Referral Only.
Watson Duplexes Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Buckeye, AZ. Open – Until filled. If you require special assistance or do not have internet access, complete the interest application by telephone by calling 602-744-4511 Tuesday-Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Other Programs
5 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.
EMERGENCY HOUSING VOUCHER waiting list is currently closed. Applications for referrals were last accepted from July 31, 2021, until August 7, 2023. To apply during the opening period, applicants were required to contact the Maricopa Continuum of Care (CoC) any of the Coordinated Entry Points list...
The Emergency Housing Voucher waiting list is currently closed and is no longer available. Applications were last accepted by referral from July 31, 2021, until at least August 7, 2023, via the Maricopa Continuum of Care (CoC).
Maricopa Revitaliz Homes in Mesa, AZ closed May 1, 2020.
Maricopa Revitaliz. PBV Program waitlist closed April 4, 2023.
River at Eastline Village in Tempe, AZ closed August 22, 2025.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of Maricopa County portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Housing Authority of Maricopa County
Check Current Status
Before applying, verify that the waiting list is currently open. Housing authorities only accept applications during designated open periods, which can last anywhere from a few days to several weeks. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
Most PHAs require: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all household members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. 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 Housing Authority of Maricopa County portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list, keep your contact information updated with the PHA. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Wait times vary from 6 months to over 5 years depending on demand. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs Offered at Housing Authority of Maricopa County
Apartments
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Casa Bonitas Apartments
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Clare Feldstadt Apartments
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Duplexes
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FUP
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)
The Housing Choice Voucher program 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 your area. Vouchers are portable, meaning you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Heritage Senior Apartments
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Heritage at Surprise Apartments
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing
Public Housing units are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Units range from apartments to townhomes and are maintained by the PHA. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Rose Terrace Apartments
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Apartments
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
VASH
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Various
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Various Locations
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Veteran Affairs Housing
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Veteran Affairs Housing Program
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Watson Duplexes
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
EHV
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Voucher
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Homes
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher
Project-Based Vouchers are attached to specific apartment complexes or units. 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.
Village
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Housing Authority of Maricopa County directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Housing Authority of Maricopa County Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Maricopa County are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $56,100. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $23,600 | $39,300 | $62,850 |
| 2 Persons | $26,950 | $44,850 | $71,800 |
| 3 Persons | $30,300 | $50,500 | $80,800 |
| 4 Persons | $33,650 | $56,100 | $89,750 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $60,600 | $96,950 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $65,100 | $104,150 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $69,600 | $111,300 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $74,100 | $118,500 |
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 Housing Authority of Maricopa County — including across state lines.