Fswp Gl-I — Income-Restricted Housing in Pittsburgh, PA 15238
104 Beta Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
27 units · People with disabilities
Leasing office: (412) 447-0128Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (412) 447-0128 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
- 2004
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 99/100 (Sep 2026) 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 15238
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,470/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $58,800/yr
- Renters in 15238 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 42%
Income limits (2026)
Pittsburgh, PA area · median family income $110,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,200 | $38,650 | $61,850 |
| 2 | $26,500 | $44,200 | $70,650 |
| 3 | $29,800 | $49,700 | $79,500 |
| 4 | $33,100 | $55,200 | $88,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $59,650 | $95,400 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $64,050 | $102,450 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $68,450 | $109,500 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $72,900 | $116,600 |
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 | 15238 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,140 | $1,075 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,210 | $1,146 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,389 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,880 | $1,773 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,040 | $1,925 |
Wider area = Pittsburgh, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,290 (15049) to $1,990 (15201).
Census figures for 15238 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,320. Median household income $116,575. 24% of homes are rented. 42% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 29% 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 15238's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 15238Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Fswp Gl-I?
Call (412) 447-0128 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Fswp Gl-I in Pittsburgh, PA 15238. These records do not show openings.
Is Fswp Gl-I Section 8 housing?
Fswp Gl-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 Fswp Gl-I?
Public records list 27 units at Fswp Gl-I in Pittsburgh, PA 15238. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Fswp Gl-I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 15238 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 Fswp Gl-I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Fswp Gl-I in Pittsburgh, PA 15238. 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 Pittsburgh, PA 15238?
Most income-restricted buildings in Pittsburgh, PA 15238 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 $38,650, and $55,200 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($61,850 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 Pittsburgh, PA 15238?
For many programs in Pittsburgh, PA 15238, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $38,650 a year for 1 person and $55,200 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $61,850 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 Pittsburgh, PA 15238?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Pittsburgh, PA 15238, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Pittsburgh, PA 15238 is $1,470 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 Fswp Gl-I take Section 8 vouchers?
Fswp Gl-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; 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.