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Section 8 Waiting Lists Open October 2025

Brittney Richey
Published October 28, 2025 01:38:am EST

Housing Waiting List Openings - October 2025

Introduction

Late October and early November 2025 bring diverse affordable housing opportunities across Illinois, Arkansas, and Connecticut. This update features an urgent closing deadline this week, alongside upcoming and currently open Project-Based Voucher opportunities with varying application windows from two weeks to ongoing availability.

URGENT - Closing This Week

Waukegan Housing Authority - Waukegan, Illinois

  • Program: Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)
  • Status: Currently Open
  • Closing Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
  • Application Window: Only days remaining
  • Action Required: Apply immediately - closes Wednesday
  • More Information: Waukegan Housing Authority

This waiting list is currently accepting applications but closes this Wednesday, requiring immediate action for Illinois residents.

Arkansas

Northbridge Housing Solutions (North Little Rock Housing Authority)

  • Program: Section 8 Project-Based Voucher (PBV)
  • Unit Types: 1-5 bedroom units
  • Opening Date: November 2, 2025
  • Closing Date: Until further notice
  • Application Window: Ongoing from November 2nd
  • Application Method: Online
  • More Information & Apply: North Little Rock Housing Authority

This upcoming opportunity opening November 2nd provides options for various family sizes with 1-5 bedroom units available across multiple properties.

Connecticut

Housing Authority of the City of Meriden

  • Program: Section 8 Project-Based Voucher (PBV)
  • Properties: Community Towers and Johnson Farms
  • Community Towers: Currently Open - Until further notice
  • Johnson Farms: Opens November 4, 2025 - Closes November 18, 2025
  • Application Window: Community Towers ongoing; Johnson Farms 2 weeks
  • Application Method: Online
  • More Information & Apply: Meriden Housing Authority

This multi-property opportunity offers immediate access to Community Towers waiting list and an upcoming two-week window for Johnson Farms starting November 4th. 

URGENT - Open Now (Closing Soon)

Scott County Community Development Agency - Scott County, Minnesota

  • Program: Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)
  • Opening Date: Today, October 20, 2025
  • Closing Date: October 23, 2025
  • Application Window: 4 days (closing Wednesday)
  • Application Method: Online
  • Action Required: Apply immediately - only 3 days remaining
  • More Information: Scott County CDA Notice

This waiting list opened today and closes Wednesday, leaving only three days remaining to submit online applications.

URGENT - Opening Wednesday (Two Days Only)

Sarasota Housing Authority - Sarasota, Florida

  • Program: Section 8 Project-Based Voucher (PBV)
  • Property: Cypress Apartments
  • Opening Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025
  • Closing Date: October 23, 2025
  • Application Window: 2 days only
  • Action Required: Be ready to apply Wednesday
  • More Information: Sarasota Housing Authority Applications

This brief two-day window for Cypress Apartments opens Wednesday and closes Thursday, requiring prompt action when opened.

CRITICAL - One Hour Only

Charleston Housing Authority - Charleston, South Carolina

  • Program: Public Housing
  • Opening Date: October 28, 2025
  • Opening Time: 12:00 PM local time
  • Closing Time: 1:00 PM local time
  • Application Window: 1 hour only
  • Action Required: Mark calendars - contact housing authority for details
  • More Information: Charleston Housing Authority Public Notice

This extremely brief one-hour window requires applicants to be fully prepared and ready to apply immediately at noon on October 28th.

URGENT - Opening Tuesday

Charleston Housing Authority - Charleston, South Carolina

  • Program: Section 8 Project-Based Voucher (PBV)
  • Property: 1031 King Apartments
  • Unit Types: 1 and 3 bedroom units
  • Opening Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
  • Closing Date: Until waiting list is full
  • Application Window: Open until capacity reached
  • Action Required: Apply early for better waiting list position
  • More Information: Charleston Housing Authority Public Notice

This property-specific opportunity at 1031 King opens Tuesday and will remain open until the waiting list reaches capacity, making early application important.

Illinois

Waukegan Housing Authority

  • Program: Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)
  • Opening Date: October 22, 2025
  • Closing Date: October 29, 2025
  • Application Window: 8 days
  • How to Apply: Details available on website
  • More Information: Waukegan Housing Authority Announcement

This eight-day application window provides Illinois residents with a reasonable timeframe to submit Housing Choice Voucher applications.

Tennessee

Dickson Housing Authority

  • Program: Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Public Housing
  • Opening Date: October 27, 2025
  • Closing Date: November 27, 2025
  • Application Window: 1 month
  • Coverage: Both Section 8 and Public Housing programs
  • How to Apply: Details available through housing authority
  • More Information: Dickson Housing Authority Facebook

This comprehensive opening provides access to both Section 8 and Public Housing waiting lists with an extended one-month application period offering excellent flexibility for Tennessee residents.

URGENT - Opening Today (Limited Capacity)

Bloomfield Township Housing Agency - Bloomfield Township, New Jersey

  • Program: Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)
  • Opening Date: Today, October 6, 2025
  • Capacity: 100 applications only
  • Application Window: Until 100 applications received
  • Availability: Extremely limited - timing critical
  • Action Required: Apply immediately to ensure placement on waiting list
  • More Information: Bloomfield Township Pre-Application Instructions

This extremely limited opening accepts only 100 applications, requiring immediate action today to secure a spot on the waiting list.

Florida

Key West Housing Authority

  • Program: Section 8 Project-Based Voucher (PBV)
  • Property: Garden View Apartments
  • Status: Currently Open
  • Closing Date: October 23, 2025
  • Application Window: Open through October 23rd
  • How to Apply: Details available through housing authority
  • More Information: Keys News Public Notice

This currently open opportunity for Garden View Apartments accepts applications through October 23rd, providing applicants with time to prepare and submit materials.

Punta Gorda Housing Authority

  • Program: Public Housing
  • Opening Date: October 13, 2025
  • Closing Date: Until further notice
  • Application Window: Ongoing from October 13th
  • Coverage: All public housing waiting lists
  • How to Apply: Details available on website
  • More Information: Punta Gorda Housing Authority News

This comprehensive opening of all public housing waiting lists on October 13th provides ongoing opportunities for Punta Gorda area residents seeking affordable housing.

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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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