The Tallahassee Housing Authority (THA) has opened its Public Housing waiting list for Pinewood Place Apartments and Springfield Apartments in Tallahassee, Florida.
The current waiting list is open from September 14, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. through October 13, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eligible low-income individuals, families, elderly people, and people with disabilities can submit an online pre-application during this period.
This is the public housing waiting list. It is separate from the regular ‘Housing Choice Voucher’ (commonly known as ‘Section 8’) waiting list; THA has currently closed that list.
Tallahassee Public Housing Waiting List Status
Official Status: OPEN
The Tallahassee Housing Authority is accepting new Public Housing pre-applications for:
- Pinewood Place Apartments
- Springfield Apartments
Tallahassee Public Housing Wait List Application 2026 Overview
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Program | Tallahassee Public Housing |
| Housing authority | Tallahassee Housing Authority |
| Properties | Pinewood Place and Springfield Apartments |
| Location | Tallahassee, Leon County, Florida |
| Opening date | September 14, 2026 |
| Opening time | 12:00 a.m. |
| Closing date | October 13, 2026 |
| Closing time | 11:59 p.m. |
| Application method | Online pre-application |
| Selection | Random lottery |
| Waitlist phone | 850-210-1486 |
THA says applicants must complete the online pre-application while the waiting list is open. Tallahassee Public Housing printed applications are not available.
What Is Tallahassee Public Housing?
Public Housing is a rental assistance program designed to provide affordable homes to households with limited income. The Tallahassee Housing Authority owns and manages public housing units in the city. THA currently lists 544 public housing units, including units at Springfield Apartments, Pinewood Place, Hidden Pines, and scattered-site locations throughout Tallahassee.
According to the THA, residents generally pay approximately 30% of their adjusted monthly household income as rent. The exact amount depends on the family’s circumstances and the method used by the housing authority to determine rent.
Public housing differs from regular rental housing, where the tenant pays the full market-rate rent. The purpose of this program is to make housing more affordable for eligible families.
The Tallahassee Housing Authority provides equal opportunities to all. To prevent discrimination in housing, no distinction is made based on race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, familial status, or gender identity or expression.
For families who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech impairments, TDD:771 service is available, enabling telephone communication via typed messages.
Which Apartments Are Included?
The current waiting list specifically covers Pinewood Place Apartments and Springfield Apartments.
Springfield Apartments
THA lists 195 public housing units at Springfield Apartments.
The Springfield Apartments office is located at:
1700 Joe Louis Street
Tallahassee, FL 32312
The property office phone number is 850-224-0558.
Pinewood Place Apartments
THA lists 96 public housing units at Pinewood Place.
The Pinewood Place office is located at:
605 Steele Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32312
The office phone number is 850-385-9539.
The current waiting-list notice is specifically for these two Public Housing properties.
Who Is Eligible for the Tallahassee Public Housing Waiting List?
Eligibility Requirements: To qualify, the THA will evaluate three main factors:
- Annual Gross Income: Your total household income must fall below the low-income limits set by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for Leon County.
- Family Status: You may qualify as an elderly person, a person with a disability, a single individual, or a family with children.
- Background Check: The THA will verify your rental history and criminal background. Certain drug-related or violent criminal activities may result in denial.
Document Requirements for Tallahassee Public Housing Application
The online pre-application asks for basic information about everyone in the household. Gather these documents before you start the online form. You will need to enter this information accurately:
- A valid mailing address, phone number, and email address for contact.
- Photo ID for the head of household (driver’s license, state ID, or passport).
- Social Security numbers and birth dates for every household member.
- Proof of current income (recent pay stubs, Social Security award letters, or unemployment statements).
How to Apply for Tallahassee Public Housing
The THA does not accept paper applications for this opening. You must apply online.
- Go to the official THA website: www.tallha.org.
- Click on the “Apply for Housing” section.
- Select the pre-application for Public Housing Apartments (Pinewood Place and Springfield).
- Fill out the form completely.
- Submit the form and save your confirmation number. Take a screenshot or write it down. You cannot check your status later without this number.
Rule to remember: Submit only one application per household. The THA’s system flags and rejects duplicate applications.
Does Applying Guarantee a Place on the Waiting List?
No, submitting a pre-application does not guarantee that the family will be placed on the waiting list.
The THA states that valid applications are ranked randomly by an independent service provider. A lottery determines the order in which applicants are placed on the waiting list. This means that applying early does not necessarily secure a higher position for the applicant. Applications submitted on September 14 and those submitted later during the open period are both subject to the lottery process.
How the Selection Process Works
This is not a ‘first-come, first-served’ process. After the October 13 deadline, an independent third-party service will conduct a random computer lottery. Every valid application will have an equal chance of being selected, regardless of the day you applied.
How to Check Your Tallahassee Public Housing Application Status
THA provides an online applicant portal for checking waiting-list information.
To check your status:
- Go to the THA applicant portal at myportal.tallhec.org.
- Select Applicant Login.
- Log in to your account.
- Select Waitlist.
- Select Position.
THA says that if the system provides a number, that number represents your position on the waiting list. If the status says “lottery,” it means the applicant was not selected and will need to apply again if the waiting list opens in the future.
Applicants can also use the THA waitlist phone number: 850-210-1486
How Much Rent Do Public Housing Residents Pay?
THA states that Public Housing residents pay approximately 30% of their adjusted monthly household income toward rent.
This is one of the key benefits of the program for low-income families. The actual rent amount is determined by the THA based on the family’s income and the program’s applicable rules. Applicants should not assume that every family will pay the same amount.
Benefits of Tallahassee Public Housing
Public Housing can provide several benefits for eligible households.
Lower Housing Costs:
Rent is based on household income rather than simply charging the market rental rate. THA says residents generally pay about 30% of adjusted monthly income toward rent.
Affordable Housing
The program gives qualifying households access to housing managed by the Tallahassee Housing Authority.
Different Housing Locations
THA manages public housing at several locations around Tallahassee, although the current waiting-list opening specifically identifies Pinewood Place and Springfield Apartments.
Community Programs
THA says residents can also access community development programs involving areas such as education, job training, youth programs, health, and wellness.
Public Housing vs. Section 8
Public Housing and Section 8 are not the same program.
| Feature | Public Housing | Section 8 / HCV |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | THA public housing | Approved private rental housing |
| Application | Public Housing waiting list | HCV waiting list |
| Current THA status | Open through Oct. 13, 2026 | Closed |
| Rent | Generally based on adjusted income | Tenant pays required share; voucher covers eligible assistance |
| Selection | Lottery for current opening | Separate HCV waiting-list process |
| Current properties | Pinewood Place & Springfield | No regular HCV applications currently accepted |
THA’s current Public Housing notice confirms that the Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is closed.
What is the deadline?
The deadline for both Tallahassee Public Housing and the Lake Bradford Project-Based Voucher (PBV) waiting list is October 13, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Applications must be submitted online before the deadline.
Tallahassee Housing Authority Contact Information
Tallahassee Housing Authority
2940 Grady Road
Tallahassee, FL 32312
Phone: 850-385-6126
Waitlist: 850-210-1486
TDD: 711
Office hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Friday
Final Words
The Tallahassee Public Housing waiting list is currently open for Pinewood Place Apartments and Springfield Apartments. Eligible low-income individuals, families, elderly applicants, and persons with disabilities can submit online pre-applications until 11:59 PM on October 13, 2026.
Applicants should provide accurate information regarding their housing and income, submit only one application, and save the confirmation number after applying. Since THA uses a random lottery to rank eligible applications, submitting an application does not guarantee a spot on the waiting list or an immediate housing offer.
The safest way to apply or check future openings is through the official Tallahassee Housing Authority website.