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Sarasota Housing Authority
Sarasota, Florida
Last Updated
12 hours ago
About Sarasota Housing Authority
Sarasota Housing Authority (HUD agency code FL008) is the public housing agency serving Sarasota, Sarasota County, Florida. It administers 100 public housing units and 2,265 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 17 waiting lists at this agency, covering Affordable, PBV, HCV, Mainstream, Other, Public Housing, RAD, Senior. As of Mar 9, 2026, 2 are open and 15 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $53,800 per year, and as Low Income at or below $86,100 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 11 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 14, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
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Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Oct 13, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are being accepted for Affordable Housing Properties (Sarasota Housing Funding Corp-SHFC): King Stone Property (2-Bedroom Units) and Diamond Oaks Property (2-Bedroom Units). Applications should be completed online. All applications received during the open period will be entered into a random lottery. Placement on the waiting list is determined by lottery, not by time of submission. Only selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Oct 13, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are being accepted for Project Based Voucher (PBV) Programs: Amaryllis Park Place [62+], Lofts on Lemon, Cypress Square. Applicants for PBV waiting lists must apply for the correct bedroom size. All applications received during the open period will be entered into a random lottery. Placement on the waiting list is determined by lottery, not by time of submission. Only selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list. The Sarasota Housing Authority does not manage the PBV waiting lists; they are managed by property managers.
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.
Applicants for Flint River Apartments must have a minimum income of two times the monthly rental rate, which is $2800 per month.
This waiting list is for renovated single-family homes throughout Sarasota County. Preferences have not been confirmed.
All 16 waiting lists, including those for Annex, Bertha Mitchell, McCown Towers, NSP Homes, Cypress Square, Diamond Oaks, Flint River, Janie's Garden, King Stone, Lofts on Lemon, and Single-Family Homes, are currently closed.
The Section 8 Waiting List is now closed to the public. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance and are unable to complete the electronic application may request a reasonable accommodation in writing by October 14, 2026.
The Housing Authority Waiting List will open for multiple programs on October 13th.
All waiting lists for Affordable Housing, Senior and Disabled Housing (including McCown Towers and Annex Apartments), Single-Family Homes, NSP Homes, Flint River, The Courts, and Bertha Mitchell are currently closed.
This waiting list was specifically for senior and disabled residents.
Preferences for this program have not been confirmed.
The waiting list for Single-Family Homes is currently closed. It was last confirmed closed on February 2, 2023. Section 8 voucher holders were welcome to apply when the list was open.
Annex, Bertha Mitchell, McCown Towers, and NSP Homes are listed as closed.
The Housing Authority Waiting List will open for multiple programs on October 13th.
The waiting list for McCown Towers and Annex Apartments (Senior and Disabled) is currently closed.
The waiting list for McCown Towers and Annex Apartments, designated for seniors and disabled individuals, is closed.
The waiting list for McCown Towers and Annex Apartments (Senior and Disabled Housing) is currently closed. It was last open from November 13, 2023, to November 16, 2023. For Annex, applicants must be 62+ and/or disabled and meet 80% of Sarasota County's Adjusted Medium Income Limit, for one-bedroom units only. A local preference (living or working in Sarasota County) is offered.
Waiting lists for McCown Towers and Annex Apartments, designated for seniors and disabled individuals, are closed.
Status History
Deadline: Oct 14, 2026
Deadline: Oct 14, 2026
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Sarasota Housing Authority 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 Sarasota Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Sarasota Housing Authority currently has 2 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Project-Based Voucher (PBV)). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Sarasota 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 $53,800/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 Sarasota Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Sarasota Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Sarasota Housing Authority manages approximately 2,365 assisted housing units (2,265 Section 8, 100 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Sarasota. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Sarasota Housing Authority
Affordable Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at Sarasota Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sarasota. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on October 14, 2026.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Sarasota Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Sarasota. 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 October 14, 2026.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Sarasota 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 Sarasota. This program serves approximately 2,265 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 Sarasota 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.
Other Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Sarasota Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sarasota. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Sarasota Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Sarasota Housing Authority manages approximately 100 Public Housing units in Sarasota. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Sarasota Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Sarasota maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Senior Senior Housing closed
The Senior Housing program at Sarasota Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sarasota. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Sarasota Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Sarasota Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $53,800. 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 | $22,650 | $37,700 | $60,300 |
| 2 Persons | $25,850 | $43,050 | $68,900 |
| 3 Persons | $29,100 | $48,450 | $77,500 |
| 4 Persons | $32,300 | $53,800 | $86,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $58,150 | $93,000 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $62,450 | $99,900 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $66,750 | $106,800 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $71,050 | $113,700 |
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 Sarasota Housing Authority — including across state lines.