Joseph A. Schmid Towers — Income-Restricted Housing in Erie, PA 16501
153 E 6th St, Erie, PA 16501
193 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Erie
- Residents waited about 24 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (814) 452-2425Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Erie. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (814) 452-2425.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 193 1 bedroom
- Average tenant rent
- $339/mo
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- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Erie
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rents and income limits in 16501
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,100/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $44,000/yr
- Renters in 16501 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 46%
Income limits (2026)
Erie, PA area · median family income $88,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,650 | $31,050 | $49,650 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $35,450 | $56,750 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $39,900 | $63,850 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $44,300 | $70,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $47,850 | $76,600 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $51,400 | $82,250 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $54,950 | $87,950 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $58,500 | $93,600 |
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 | 16501 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $760 | $753 |
| 1 bedroom | $860 | $851 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,100 | $1,091 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,350 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,520 | $1,564 |
Wider area = Erie, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,100 (16550) to $1,410 (16506).
Census figures for 16501 (2020–2024 average): median rent $521. Median household income $16,394. 98% of homes are rented. 46% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 28% 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 16501's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 16501Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Joseph A. Schmid Towers?
Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Erie, which runs Joseph A. Schmid Towers. Call (814) 452-2425. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Joseph A. Schmid Towers Section 8 housing?
Joseph A. Schmid Towers is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Joseph A. Schmid Towers?
Public records list 193 units at Joseph A. Schmid Towers in Erie, PA 16501. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Joseph A. Schmid Towers?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 16501 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Joseph A. Schmid Towers?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Joseph A. Schmid Towers in Erie, PA 16501. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Erie, PA 16501?
Most income-restricted buildings in Erie, PA 16501 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 $31,050, and $44,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($49,650 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 Erie, PA 16501?
For many programs in Erie, PA 16501, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,050 a year for 1 person and $44,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $49,650 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Erie, PA 16501?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Erie, PA 16501, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Erie, PA 16501 is $1,100 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.
Does Joseph A. Schmid Towers take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Joseph A. Schmid Towers has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Erie, PA 16501 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Joseph A. Schmid Towers.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.