VIRGIN ISLANDS HOUSING AUTHORITY
9900 Oswald Harris Ct, St Thomas, VI, 00802 · ~2,211 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — St Thomas, VI (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency.
Who this agency serves
VIRGIN ISLANDS HOUSING AUTHORITY served 1,763 households across 2,211 units (80% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.1 people, an average annual income of $20,041, and pays an average of $437 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 1,763 of 2,211 units
- Avg. household income
- $20,041
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $437
- Avg. household size
- 2.1 people
- Households with children
- 37%
- Head of household 62+
- 39%
- Head of household with a disability
- 17%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 24 months
Unit mix: 26% 1-bedroom, 32% 2-bedroom, 41% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Public housing inspection scores
HUD conducts physical inspections of public housing developments under the REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) program. Scores run 0–100: 90+ is High Performer, 60–89 is Standard, below 60 is Troubled. This agency administers 12 developments with an average score of 70 (Standard).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUTU HIGHRISE APTS | St Thomas | 89 Standard | UPCS | Feb 2016 |
| RALPH deCHABERT Place | Christiansted | 87 Standard | NSPIRE | Aug 2025 |
| Louis E. Brown Redevelopment | Fredriksted | 79 Standard | NSPIRE | Jun 2025 |
| Louis E. Brown Redevelopment II | Frederiksted | 79 Standard | NSPIRE | Jun 2025 |
| WILLIAMS DELIGHT VILLAS | St Croix | 78 Standard | NSPIRE | Jul 2025 |
| PAUL M PEARSON GARDENS | St Thomas | 77 Standard | NSPIRE | Jul 2025 |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY TERRACE | Christiansted | 66 Standard | NSPIRE | Aug 2025 |
| OSWALD E. HARRIS COURT | St Thomas | 59 Troubled | NSPIRE | Sep 2025 |
| MICHAEL J. KIRWAN TERRACE | St Thomas | 59 Troubled | NSPIRE | Jul 2025 |
| WALTER I.M. HODGE PAVILION | Frederiksted | 59 Troubled | NSPIRE | Jun 2025 |
| LOUIS E. BROWN VILLAS | Frederiksted | 58 Troubled | NSPIRE | Jul 2025 |
| ESTATE BOVONI APARTMENTS | St Thomas | 52 Troubled | NSPIRE | Sep 2025 |
Source: HUD REAC Physical Inspection Scores — data reflects the most recent inspection for each development. See Understanding REAC and NSPIRE inspection scores for methodology details.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through VIRGIN ISLANDS HOUSING AUTHORITY, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI (the Extremely Low Income limit) for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $30,900 |
| 2 people | $35,300 |
| 3 people | $39,700 |
| 4 people | $44,100 |
| 5 people | $47,650 |
| 6 people | $51,200 |
| 7 people | $54,700 |
| 8 people | $58,250 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary. Contact VIRGIN ISLANDS HOUSING AUTHORITY directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in St Thomas, VI
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
MAGEN'S JUNCTION II
JOSEPH + ROSENDAHL 7-1 GR NORTHSIDE QTR,, ST THOMAS, VI, 0080260 income-restricted units30 1BR, 30 2BRBuilt 2021Compliance through ~2051MAGEN'S JUNCTION I
JOSEPH + ROSENDAHL 7-1 GR NORTHSIDE QTR,, ST THOMAS, VI, 0080248 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2018Compliance through ~2048AMALIE TERRACE APTS
1401 HOSPITAL GROUND, ST THOMAS, VI, 008026 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043- Elderly
GRANDVIEW II
4100 ESTATE DONOE, ST THOMAS, VI, 0080218 income-restricted units18 2BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042 - Elderly
ALTONA DONOE
4100 ESTATE DONOE, ST THOMAS, VI, 0080261 income-restricted units of 62 total18 1BR, 26 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041 LOVENLUND APTS PHASE II
6050 ESTATE LOVENLUND, ST THOMAS, VI, 0080296 income-restricted units24 2BR, 48 3BR, 24 4BR+Built 2006Compliance through ~2036- Elderly
LOVENLUND APTS PHASE I
3 ESTATE LOVENLUND, ST THOMAS, VI98 income-restricted units18 studio, 27 1BR, 36 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact VIRGIN ISLANDS HOUSING AUTHORITY directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.