Village Garden I — Income-Restricted Housing in Lancaster, PA 17601
3001 Lititz Pike, 4158, PA 17601
60 units · Studio–1 BR
Leasing office: (717) 569-9735Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (717) 569-9735 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1990
- Bedrooms
- 15 Studio · 45 1 bedroom
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 98/100 (Feb 2024) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 17601
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,770/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $70,800/yr
- Renters in 17601 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 42%
Income limits (2026)
Lancaster, PA area · median family income $109,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,950 | $38,250 | $61,150 |
| 2 | $26,200 | $43,700 | $69,900 |
| 3 | $29,500 | $49,150 | $78,650 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $54,600 | $87,350 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $59,000 | $94,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $63,350 | $101,350 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $67,750 | $108,350 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $72,100 | $115,350 |
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 | 17601 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,310 | $1,152 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,430 | $1,256 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,770 | $1,553 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,250 | $1,978 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,330 | $2,041 |
Wider area = Lancaster, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,380 (17538) to $2,330 (17606).
Census figures for 17601 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,552. Median household income $102,435. 27% of homes are rented. 42% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 22% 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 17601's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 17601Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Village Garden I?
Call (717) 569-9735 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Village Garden I in Lancaster, PA 17601. These records do not show openings.
Is Village Garden I Section 8 housing?
Village Garden I is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Village Garden I?
Public records list 60 units at Village Garden I in Lancaster, PA 17601. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Village Garden I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 17601 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 Village Garden I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Village Garden I in Lancaster, PA 17601. 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 Lancaster, PA 17601?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lancaster, PA 17601 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 $38,250, and $54,600 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($61,150 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 Lancaster, PA 17601?
For many programs in Lancaster, PA 17601, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $38,250 a year for 1 person and $54,600 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $61,150 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 Lancaster, PA 17601?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lancaster, PA 17601, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lancaster, PA 17601 is $1,770 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 Village Garden I take Section 8 vouchers?
Village Garden I is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, 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.