Affordable & Low-Income Housing in East Greenville, PA
1 affordable building in East Greenville
East Greenville, PA has 1 income-restricted building across 1 ZIP code: 1 tax credit. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In East Greenville
Willows at East Greenville
401 W 4th St, East Greenville, PA 18041
71 units · 59 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No buildings in East Greenville match this filter.
Programs in East Greenville
- Tax credit
ZIP codes in East Greenville
Nearby cities
Rents and income limits in 18041
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,630/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $65,200/yr
- Renters in 18041 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 25%
Income limits (2026)
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD area · median family income $122,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,800 | $42,950 | $68,750 |
| 2 | $29,450 | $49,100 | $78,550 |
| 3 | $33,150 | $55,250 | $88,350 |
| 4 | $36,800 | $61,350 | $98,150 |
| 5 | $39,750 | $66,300 | $106,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $71,200 | $113,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $76,100 | $121,750 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $81,000 | $129,600 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 18041 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,250 | $1,438 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,360 | $1,558 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,630 | $1,860 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,940 | $2,216 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,140 | $2,445 |
Wider area = Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,420 (19504) to $2,010 (18056).
Census figures for 18041 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,299. Median household income $98,615. 25% of homes are rented. 25% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 8% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 18041's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 18041Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in East Greenville, PA?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in East Greenville, PA, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in East Greenville, PA have openings?
These lists for East Greenville, PA don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in East Greenville, PA?
Use the phone number on each building card in East Greenville, PA. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in East Greenville, PA?
In East Greenville, PA, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in East Greenville, PA?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in East Greenville, PA. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Which ZIP codes in East Greenville have affordable housing?
Income-restricted buildings in East Greenville are listed in 18041 (1).
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in East Greenville, PA?
Most income-restricted buildings in East Greenville, PA serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $42,950, and $61,350 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($68,750 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in East Greenville, PA?
For many programs in East Greenville, PA, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $42,950 a year for 1 person and $61,350 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $68,750 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in East Greenville, PA?
There is no single waiting list for East Greenville, PA. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in East Greenville, PA?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists tax-credit apartments in East Greenville, PA. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in East Greenville, PA?
In public housing and most Section 8 in East Greenville, PA, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near East Greenville, PA is $1,630 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in East Greenville, PA?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in East Greenville, PA. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in East Greenville, PA?
This page may still list buildings in East Greenville, PA that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026). Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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