Voucher-Friendly Housing in Washington, DC

DCHA serves the District of Columbia, operating traditional public housing developments — such as Potomac Gardens, Greenleaf Gardens, and Lincoln Heights — along with the Housing Choice Voucher program. Rent in DCHA public housing is income-based, set at roughly 30% of adjusted household income.

DCHA maintains waitlists for public housing and the Housing Choice Voucher program. Waitlists open and close periodically depending on availability and funding. Applicants can list development preferences and are contacted as units become available. Check current waitlist status directly with DCHA before applying.

Washington, DC protects renters from source-of-income discrimination. Under the DC Human Rights Act, landlords generally may not refuse to rent to you simply because you would pay with a Housing Choice Voucher. If a landlord rejects your voucher, you may have a right to file a complaint with the DC Office of Human Rights.

Apply through the District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) at dchousing.org when waitlists are open. Rent is based on income (about 30% of adjusted household income); eligibility is generally limited to households at or below local income limits. Call DCHA at (202) 535-1000 for current waitlist information.