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Kennewick Housing Authority

Name: Kennewick Housing Authority
Address: 1915 W 4th Pl, Kennewick, WA, 99336, US
Telephone: 5095868576

1915 W 4th Pl, Kennewick, WA, 99336

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 12 hr ago

About This Property

Kennewick Housing Authority manages 1,280 units of public housing in Kennewick, Washington. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options for eligible residents in Benton County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened April 27, 2026

Closes May 28, 2026

Apply: Online

Only 2-4 Bedroom Waitlists are open. All other bedroom size waitlists are closed. Preferences include Elderly or Disabled, Working Families, Veteran Status, and Domestic Violence Victims.

Last verified April 23, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: In-person

The estimated waiting period for this program could be from 6 months to 2 years after submitting a completed application. KHA is NOT accepting applications for the Housing Choice Voucher wait list at this time. Preferences include Elderly or Disabled, Veteran Status, and Local Preference (employed and reside within jurisdictions).

Last verified February 12, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1280

Fair Market Rent - Benton County, WA

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,052
1 Bedroom	$1,206
2 Bedroom	$1,485
3 Bedroom	$1,960
4 Bedroom	$2,361

Income Limits - Benton County, WA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,450
Very Low (50%): $27,350
Low (80%): $43,750

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $18,800
Very Low (50%): $31,250
Low (80%): $50,000

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $35,150
Low (80%): $56,250

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $39,050
Low (80%): $62,500

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $42,200
Low (80%): $67,500

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $45,300
Low (80%): $72,500

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $48,450
Low (80%): $77,500

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $51,550
Low (80%): $82,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,450	$27,350	$43,750
2 Persons	$18,800	$31,250	$50,000
3 Persons	$21,960	$35,150	$56,250
4 Persons	$26,500	$39,050	$62,500
5 Persons	$31,040	$42,200	$67,500
6 Persons	$35,580	$45,300	$72,500
7 Persons	$40,120	$48,450	$77,500
8 Persons	$44,660	$51,550	$82,500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Kennewick, WA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Benton County, WA is: $1052 (Studio), $1206 (1BR), $1485 (2BR), $1960 (3BR), $2361 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Kennewick Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Kennewick Housing Authority have?+

Kennewick Housing Authority has a total of 1280 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Kennewick Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.

How do I apply for housing at Kennewick Housing Authority?+

Kennewick Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5095868576, 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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Benton County, WA?+

For a 4-person household in Benton County, WA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $39,050, Low Income (80% AMI): $62,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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