Fairview Park-Mountain T — Income-Restricted Housing in Kingston, PA 18704
250 1st Ave, Kingston, PA 18704
484 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Luzerne
- Residents waited about 23 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (570) 287-9661Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Luzerne. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (570) 287-9661.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 265 1 bedroom · 119 2 bedrooms · 100 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $474/mo
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- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rents and income limits in 18704
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,420/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $56,800/yr
- Renters in 18704 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 42%
Income limits (2026)
Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA area · median family income $92,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,350 | $32,200 | $51,550 |
| 2 | $22,100 | $36,800 | $58,900 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $41,400 | $66,250 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $46,000 | $73,600 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $49,700 | $79,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $53,400 | $85,400 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $57,050 | $91,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $60,750 | $97,200 |
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 | 18704 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $990 | $949 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,150 | $1,106 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,420 | $1,363 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,860 | $1,786 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,040 | $1,962 |
Wider area = Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,130 (18701) to $1,550 (18612).
Census figures for 18704 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,006. Median household income $64,444. 40% of homes are rented. 42% 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 18704's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 18704Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Fairview Park-Mountain T?
Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Luzerne, which runs Fairview Park-Mountain T. Call (570) 287-9661. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Fairview Park-Mountain T Section 8 housing?
Fairview Park-Mountain T 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 Fairview Park-Mountain T?
Public records list 484 units at Fairview Park-Mountain T in Kingston, PA 18704. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Fairview Park-Mountain T?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 18704 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 Fairview Park-Mountain T?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Fairview Park-Mountain T in Kingston, PA 18704. 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 Kingston, PA 18704?
Most income-restricted buildings in Kingston, PA 18704 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 $32,200, and $46,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($51,550 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 Kingston, PA 18704?
For many programs in Kingston, PA 18704, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,200 a year for 1 person and $46,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $51,550 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 Kingston, PA 18704?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Kingston, PA 18704, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Kingston, PA 18704 is $1,420 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 Fairview Park-Mountain T take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Fairview Park-Mountain T has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Kingston, PA 18704 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Fairview Park-Mountain T.
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.