United House — Income-Restricted Housing in Scranton, PA 18509
501 Pine St, Scranton, PA 18509
90 units · 1–2 BR
Leasing office: (570) 344-7661Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (570) 344-7661 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
- 1978
- Bedrooms
- 82 1 bedroom · 8 2 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 94/100 (Aug 2025) 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 18509
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,380/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $55,200/yr
- Renters in 18509 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 58%
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 | 18509 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $960 | $949 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,120 | $1,106 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,380 | $1,363 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,810 | $1,786 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,990 | $1,962 |
Wider area = Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,260 (18512) to $1,570 (18507).
Census figures for 18509 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,039. Median household income $51,062. 51% of homes are rented. 58% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 30% 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 18509's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 18509Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to United House?
Call (570) 344-7661 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at United House in Scranton, PA 18509. These records do not show openings.
Is United House Section 8 housing?
United House 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 United House?
Public records list 90 units at United House in Scranton, PA 18509. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near United House?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 18509 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 United House?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at United House in Scranton, PA 18509. 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 Scranton, PA 18509?
Most income-restricted buildings in Scranton, PA 18509 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 Scranton, PA 18509?
For many programs in Scranton, PA 18509, 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 Scranton, PA 18509?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Scranton, PA 18509, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Scranton, PA 18509 is $1,380 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 United House take Section 8 vouchers?
United House 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.