Portsmouth Housing Authority
Portsmouth , RI Public Housing Authority
Portsmouth Housing Authority administers public housing serving Newport , Rhode Island. Contact the authority directly to apply, check waitlist status, and confirm current openings.
- Phone
- (401) 683-3173
- JDilley@PortsmouthHousing.org
- Address
- 2368 E Main Rd , Portsmouth , RI, 02871
- Programs
- Low-Rent
- County
- Newport
How to apply
Applications for Section 8 vouchers and public housing go through the housing authority, not Lease Lantern. Most authorities open and close their waitlists periodically; call or email Portsmouth Housing Authorityto confirm whether a list is open and what documents you’ll need. Eligibility is based on household income relative to your area’s limits.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply for Section 8 through Portsmouth Housing Authority?
Apply directly through the authority at (401) 683-3173. Waitlists open and close periodically, so confirm a list is open before applying.
Is the Portsmouth Housing Authority waitlist open?
Waitlist status is set by the authority and changes often. Contact Portsmouth Housing Authority directly at (401) 683-3173 to confirm current openings.
Helpful next steps
Other housing authorities near Newport
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Public Housing Authority contact data. Always confirm details with the authority directly.