Boulevard Townhomes — Income-Restricted Housing in Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
123 S Welles St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
286 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Wilkes Barre Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (570) 825-6657Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Wilkes Barre Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (570) 825-6657.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 21 1 bedroom · 85 2 bedrooms · 180 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $585/mo
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- Apply through Wilkes Barre Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
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- Apply through Wilkes Barre Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
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- Apply through Wilkes Barre Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rents and income limits in 18702
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,360/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $54,400/yr
- Renters in 18702 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 50%
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 | 18702 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $950 | $949 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,100 | $1,106 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,360 | $1,363 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,780 | $1,786 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,960 | $1,962 |
Wider area = Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 11 nearby ZIPs range from $1,130 (18701) to $1,700 (18602).
Census figures for 18702 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,011. Median household income $56,378. 40% of homes are rented. 50% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 26% 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 18702's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 18702Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Boulevard Townhomes?
Apply through Wilkes Barre Housing Authority, which runs Boulevard Townhomes. Call (570) 825-6657. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Boulevard Townhomes Section 8 housing?
Boulevard Townhomes 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 Boulevard Townhomes?
Public records list 286 units at Boulevard Townhomes in Wilkes Barre, PA 18702. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Boulevard Townhomes?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 18702 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 Boulevard Townhomes?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Boulevard Townhomes in Wilkes Barre, PA 18702. 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 Wilkes Barre, PA 18702?
Most income-restricted buildings in Wilkes Barre, PA 18702 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 Wilkes Barre, PA 18702?
For many programs in Wilkes Barre, PA 18702, 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 Wilkes Barre, PA 18702?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Wilkes Barre, PA 18702, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Wilkes Barre, PA 18702 is $1,360 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 Boulevard Townhomes take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Boulevard Townhomes has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Wilkes Barre, PA 18702 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Boulevard Townhomes.
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.