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Central Plaza Towers

Name: Central Plaza Towers
Address: 300 Bay Shore Ave, Mobile, AL, 36607, US
Telephone: 2514342212
Rating: 30

300 Bay Shore Ave, Mobile, AL, 36607

Information verified November 4, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Central Plaza Towers is a public housing development in Mobile, AL offering 171 units with rent at $293 per month. The property includes 166 accessible units designed to serve residents with mobility needs. This Mobile County development provides affordable rental housing options for eligible households.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Mobile Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online or In-person

The Public Housing waitlist is currently closed. Eligibility requires the head of household to be 19+ (or an emancipated minor if married to a 19+ spouse), income within HUD limits, and satisfactory criminal/landlord history. Local preferences apply, and applicants can be placed on multiple development waitlists.

Last verified August 19, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waitlist is currently closed. When open, the waitlist is generally limited to 1,200 applicants and local preferences, such as homelessness, are used to determine waitlist status.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated November 4, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

171

Rent/Month

$293

Accessible Units

166

HUD Inspection Score

Needs Improvement

Inspected May 2018

HUD inspects properties on a 0-100 scale. Scores above 60 are considered passing.

Fair Market Rent - Mobile County, AL

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$810
1 Bedroom	$890
2 Bedroom	$1,094
3 Bedroom	$1,448
4 Bedroom	$1,484

Income Limits - Mobile County, AL

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $20,450
Low (80%): $32,700

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $23,400
Low (80%): $37,400

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $26,300
Low (80%): $42,050

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $29,200
Low (80%): $46,700

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $31,550
Low (80%): $50,450

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,900
Very Low (50%): $33,900
Low (80%): $54,200

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,250
Very Low (50%): $36,250
Low (80%): $57,950

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $38,550
Very Low (50%): $38,550
Low (80%): $61,650

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$20,450	$32,700
2 Persons	$17,420	$23,400	$37,400
3 Persons	$21,960	$26,300	$42,050
4 Persons	$26,500	$29,200	$46,700
5 Persons	$31,040	$31,550	$50,450
6 Persons	$33,900	$33,900	$54,200
7 Persons	$36,250	$36,250	$57,950
8 Persons	$38,550	$38,550	$61,650

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent at Central Plaza Towers?+

The estimated rent at Central Plaza Towers is $293 per month. Actual rent may vary based on unit size, income level, and subsidy. Contact the property directly for current pricing.

How many units does Central Plaza Towers have?+

Central Plaza Towers has a total of 171 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Central Plaza Towers?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

What is the HUD inspection score for Central Plaza Towers?+

Central Plaza Towers has a HUD inspection score of 30 out of 100, which is considered below average. HUD inspects subsidized housing properties to ensure they meet minimum health and safety standards. Scores of 60 or above are considered passing.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Mobile County, AL?+

For a 4-person household in Mobile County, AL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $29,200, Low Income (80% AMI): $46,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Central Plaza Towers?+

Central Plaza Towers is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 2514342212, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

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