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Section 8 Waiting Lists Open November 2025

Brittney Richey
Published November 04, 2025 12:13:am EST

Low Income Housing Waiting List Openings for November 2025

Introduction

Early November 2025 brings critical affordable housing opportunities across Texas, South Carolina, Alabama, and Georgia. This update features multiple openings happening this week with varying application windows from brief three-day periods to ongoing availability, plus an extremely limited one-day-only opportunity later in the month.

URGENT - Opening This Week

Greenville Housing Authority - Greenville, South Carolina

  • Program: Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)
  • Opening Date: November 5, 2025
  • Closing Date: November 7, 2025
  • Application Window: 3 days only
  • Action Required: Apply immediately when opened Tuesday
  • More Information: Greenville Housing Authority

This brief three-day window opens Tuesday and closes Thursday, requiring prompt action for South Carolina residents.

Bessemer Housing Authority - Bessemer, Alabama

  • Program: Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)
  • Opening Date: November 5-7, 2025
  • Application Window: 3 days only
  • Coverage: Bessemer and surrounding communities
  • Action Required: Apply during the three-day window
  • More Information: Bessemer Housing Authority

This concurrent three-day opportunity serves Bessemer and surrounding Alabama communities, opening the same week as Greenville.

Texas

Longview Housing Authority

  • Program: Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)
  • Opening Date: November 6, 2025
  • Closing Date: Until further notice
  • Application Window: Ongoing from November 6th
  • How to Apply: Details available on website
  • More Information: Longview Housing Authority

This ongoing opportunity opening Wednesday provides extended flexibility for Longview area residents seeking Housing Choice Vouchers.

Georgia

Jonesboro Housing Authority

  • Program: Public Housing
  • Unit Types: 2 and 4 bedroom units
  • Opening Date: November 20, 2025
  • Closing Date: November 20, 2025
  • Application Window: 1 day only
  • Action Required: Mark calendars - one day only
  • More Information: Jonesboro Housing Authority

This extremely brief one-day-only opening for 2 and 4 bedroom units requires applicants to be fully prepared and ready to apply on November 20th.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Section 8 Waiting List?

Section 8 Waiting lists are lists that are maintained by local Housing Authorities to determine who receives a section 8 housing voucher. Each list is different in the way that it operates. Some housing authorities use a lottery system where recipients are chosen at random and others operate a list on a first-come, first-serve basis. Getting your name on your local housing authorities waiting list is typically the first step toward securing a housing voucher.

How Long Does It Take to Get a Voucher Once Im On the Waiting List?

The time it takes to get a voucher once on a section 8 waiting list depends on a number of factors. Some housing authority’s waitlist is very small and voucher assistance can be provided quickly. In larger communities with long waiting lists the times can take months or longer.

How Do I Check My Status on the Waiting List?

Contact the housing authority that maintains the waiting list you are currently on. This is a critical step as some housing authorities will remove names from their waiting list in an effort to keep their list up to date. Its recommended to continually check your status to ensure that your name remains on the waiting list and you continue to express your need for affordable housing.

What Happens Once My Name is Selected From The Waiting List?

Typically the housing authority will do final checks to ensure that you still meet the eligibility requirements such as income restrictions and also confirm your household size hasnt changed. This helps ensure your receiving the proper amount of assistance. Once final checks and approvals are complete you can begin yoru search for an affordable home that accepts your section 8 voucher.

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