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Aurora Housing Authority
Aurora, Colorado
Last Updated
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About Aurora Housing Authority
Aurora Housing Authority (PHA Code: CO052) provides housing assistance in Aurora, Arapahoe County, Colorado. This authority manages approximately 1,851 assisted housing units, comprising 1,847 Housing Choice Vouchers and 4 Public Housing units.
Currently, the Aurora Housing Authority is accepting applications for its Senior Housing programs, primarily focused on Fletcher Gardens. These include Fletcher Gardens (Senior Housing), Multifamily Senior Housing (Fletcher Gardens), and general Senior Housing options. Several other programs, such as Public Housing, Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV), and Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) Vouchers, are presently closed to new applications.
Applicants should be aware of the income limits for eligibility. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO MSA area is $70,050 per year.
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Affordable Rental Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Senior Housing Waitlist for Fletcher Gardens is open. It started May 23, 2025 and will remain open until 200 applications are reached. As of 3/25/2026, 100 applications have been received. This is for individuals 62 years or older.
Affordable Rental Housing (Willow Park Townhomes) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 20, 2026
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for 2 Bedroom Townhomes and is open for in-person applications only, closing once 200 applications are received.
Fletcher Gardens (Senior Housing) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 23, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Pre-application lottery for seniors 62 years or older; rent subsidized based on income. The waitlist will remain open until 200 applications are received.
Multifamily - Fletcher Gardens (Senior 62+) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 23, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is a pre-application lottery opportunity for a senior (62+ only) community with rent subsidized based on income. The list remains open until 200 applications are reached (100 received as of 3/25/2026).
Multifamily - Willow Park (2 Bedroom Townhomes) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 20, 2026
Closing Date
Apr 22, 2026
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted in-person only from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The list will close at 200 applications.
Multifamily Senior Housing (Fletcher Gardens) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 23, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This senior housing waitlist is for individuals 62 years or older, with rent subsidized based on income, and will remain open until 200 applications are reached (100 received as of 3/25/2026).
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 4, 2026
Closing Date
May 8, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Project-based Vouchers waitlist lottery. Applications for Paris Family Apartments, Peoria Crossing I, Peoria Crossing II, and Village at Westerly Creek (elderly, 62+) will only be accepted online.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Senior Housing Waitlist still Open. Pre-application lottery opportunity for Fletcher Gardens, a senior (62 years old or older only) community that is rent subsidized based on income. It started 10:00 am on Friday, May 23, 2025 and will remain open until we reach 200 applications. As of 3/25/2026, there have been 100 applications.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 23, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Pre-application lottery opportunity for Fletcher Gardens, a senior (62 years old or older only) community. It will remain open until 200 applications are received. As of 3/25/2026, there have been 100 applications.
Senior Housing (Fletcher Gardens) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 23, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This pre-application lottery is for seniors 62 years or older, with rent subsidized based on income. As of March 25, 2026, 100 applications have been received towards the 200-application limit.
Senior Housing - Fletcher Gardens Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 23, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
For seniors 62 years or older; rent is subsidized based on income. The pre-application lottery opened on May 23, 2025, at 10:00 am and will remain open until 200 applications are reached; as of March 25, 2026, 100 applications have been received.
Other Programs
22 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.
All Emergency Housing Vouchers in the metro area have been allocated; applicants must be referred from a partner agency.
Emergency Housing Vouchers are referral-based, and applicants must be referred from a partner agency or through the Coordinated Entry System.
All EHVs in the metro area have been allocated; applicants must qualify through Coordinated Entry and are referred via local Continuum of Care or Victim Service Provider.
Applicants must be referred by Arapahoe County Human Services.
The Aurora Housing Authority does not provide emergency housing that is not referred through the local Continuum of Care or Victim Service Provider. At this time, all EHVs in the metro area have been allocated.
The Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list last accepted applications from April 15, 2024, until May 31, 2024.
Moderate Rehabilitation waiting lists are closed to new applicants.
The Non-Elderly Disabled Voucher program is closed for non-elderly (18-61) and disabled individuals.
This opening was only for non-elderly individuals (ages 18-61) with a verifiable disability.
This Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list was last open from April 15, 2024, until May 30, 2024, for individuals between 18 and 61 years of age with a verifiable disability.
Last opened April 15, 2024 to May 30, 2024. Open only for individuals and families with a non-elderly (18-61) and verifiable disability.
The Non-Elderly Disabled Voucher waiting list last accepted applications from April 15, 2024, until May 30, 2024. This program assists non-elderly (18-61) disabled families.
The Non-Elderly Disabled Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list last accepted applications from April 15, 2024, until May 30, 2024, for non-elderly (ages 18-61) individuals with a verifiable disability, and is currently closed with no notice of reopening.
The waiting list is currently closed. This program is for non-elderly (18-61) and disabled individuals. Selection is a lottery-based process.
This program is for non-elderly (18-61) disabled individuals. The last application period was from April 15, 2024, until May 30, 2024.
The NED voucher waiting list is closed to new applicants; applicant selection is a lottery-based process.
This program is for non-elderly (18-61) and disabled individuals, with selection determined by a lottery-based process.
This program provides vouchers for non-elderly (18-61) disabled individuals.
Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) require referral from a partner agency, and all EHVs in the metro area have been allocated.
Applicants must be referred from the VA.
Applicants must be referred from a partner agency; all EHVs in the metro area have been allocated.
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
Deadline: May 8, 2026
Deadline: May 8, 2026
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Aurora Housing Authority 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 Aurora Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Aurora Housing Authority currently has 11 open waiting lists (Affordable Rental Housing, Affordable Rental Housing (Willow Park Townhomes), Fletcher Gardens (Senior Housing), Multifamily - Fletcher Gardens (Senior 62+), Multifamily - Willow Park (2 Bedroom Townhomes), Multifamily Senior Housing (Fletcher Gardens), PBV, Public Housing, Senior Housing, Senior Housing (Fletcher Gardens), Senior Housing - Fletcher Gardens). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Aurora Housing Authority, 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 $70,050/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 Aurora Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Aurora Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Aurora Housing Authority manages approximately 1,851 assisted housing units (1,847 Section 8, 4 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Aurora. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Aurora Housing Authority
Affordable Rental Housing open
The Affordable Rental Housing program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Rental Housing (Willow Park Townhomes) open
The Affordable Rental Housing (Willow Park Townhomes) program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Fletcher Gardens (Senior Housing) open
The Fletcher Gardens (Senior Housing) program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Multifamily - Fletcher Gardens (Senior 62+) open
The Multifamily - Fletcher Gardens (Senior 62+) program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Multifamily - Willow Park (2 Bedroom Townhomes) open
The Multifamily - Willow Park (2 Bedroom Townhomes) program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on April 22, 2026.
Multifamily Senior Housing (Fletcher Gardens) open
The Multifamily Senior Housing (Fletcher Gardens) program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Aurora Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Aurora. 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. The application window closes on May 8, 2026.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Aurora Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Aurora Housing Authority manages approximately 4 Public Housing units in Aurora. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing (Fletcher Gardens) open
The Senior Housing (Fletcher Gardens) program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing - Fletcher Gardens open
The Senior Housing - Fletcher Gardens program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
EHV closed
The EHV program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) closed
The Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) closed
The Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FUP closed
The FUP program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. 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 Aurora Housing Authority 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 Aurora. This program serves approximately 1,847 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Aurora Housing Authority 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.
Moderate Rehabilitation closed
The Moderate Rehabilitation program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
NED closed
The NED program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Non-Elderly Disabled closed
The Non-Elderly Disabled program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) closed
The Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher closed
The Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) Vouchers closed
The Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) Vouchers program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Non-Elderly Disabled Voucher closed
The Non-Elderly Disabled Voucher program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Non-Elderly Disabled Voucher (NED) closed
The Non-Elderly Disabled Voucher (NED) program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Non-elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher closed
The Non-elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Non-elderly Disabled (NED) Vouchers closed
The Non-elderly Disabled (NED) Vouchers program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Non-elderly Disabled Voucher closed
The Non-elderly Disabled Voucher program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Non-elderly Disabled Voucher (NED) closed
The Non-elderly Disabled Voucher (NED) program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other closed
The Other program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing closed
The HUD-VASH program at Aurora Housing Authority combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Aurora. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
other closed
The other program at Aurora Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Aurora Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Aurora maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Aurora Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Aurora Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $70,050. 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 | $29,450 | $49,050 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $33,650 | $56,050 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $37,850 | $63,050 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $42,050 | $70,050 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $45,450 | $75,700 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $48,800 | $81,300 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $52,150 | $86,900 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $55,550 | $92,500 | $137,550 |
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 Aurora Housing Authority — including across state lines.