Affordable & Low-Income Housing in New Kensington, PA 15068
11 affordable buildings in 15068 · 32 more within 7 mi
New Kensington, PA 15068 has 11 income-restricted buildings: 3 tax credit, 4 public housing, 5 Section 8, and 4 senior. 32 more are listed within 7 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 15068
Parnassus & Lower Burrell Manor
200 Sylvan Dr, Lower Burrell, PA 15068
221 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Westmoreland County Hsg Authority
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
East Ken Manor & Annex
167 Gardlock Ct, New Kensington, PA 15068
124 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Westmoreland County Hsg Authority
- Residents waited about 35 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Citizens Plaza
700 Fourth Ave, New Kensington, PA 15068
101 units · 100 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Kensington Manor / Arnold Townhouses
New Kensington, PA 15068
94 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Westmoreland County Hsg Authority
- Residents waited about 20 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Arnold Manor
1632 Horne Blvd, Arnold, PA 15068
76 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Westmoreland County Hsg Authority
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Pioneer Apartments
1015 Fourth Avenue, New Kensington, PA 15068
27 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Pmh Hi 2 - Toledo/S. Hamilton
449 Toledo Drive, Lower Burrell, PA 15068
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Plum Ridge Retirement Residnce
620 Repp Rd, New Kensington, PA 15068
58 units · 48 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No buildings in 15068 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 32 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Brackenridge Hall
887 1st Ave, Brackenridge, PA 15014
3.2 mi away
50 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 26 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Golden Tower
215 Allegheny St, Tarentum, PA 15084
3.3 mi away
58 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 40 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rachel Carson Hall
135 2nd Ave, Tarentum, PA 15084
3.4 mi away
59 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 12 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Tarentum Senior Housing
700 Second Ave, Tarentum, PA 15084
3.4 mi away
48 units · 47 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Tarentum Senior Housing Phase II
704 Second Ave, Tarentum, PA 15084
3.4 mi away
72 units · 70 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Daltons Edge
700 2nd Ave, Tarentum, PA 15084
3.4 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 49 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Daltons Edge Phase II
704 2nd Ave, Tarentum, PA 15084
3.4 mi away
60 units · 57 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 84 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Springdale Manor
504 Pittsburgh St, Springdale, PA 15144
3.4 mi away
89 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 162 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
210 E Eighth Ave
210 E Eighth Ave, Tarentum, PA 15084
3.5 mi away
1 unit · 4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Burtner Apartments
800 Mill St, Tarentum, PA 15084
3.6 mi away
22 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Negley Gardens
806A Creek St, Tarentum, PA 15084
3.6 mi away
26 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 29 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Verland Commons
1511 Spruce St, Cheswick, PA 15024
3.9 mi away
5 units · 4 income-restricted · People with disabilities
Plumwood Apts.
111 Ridgemead Fields Dr, Plum, PA 15147
4.5 mi away
10 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
118 Newfield Dr
118 Newfield Dr, Verona, PA 15147
5.3 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Village Green
230-240 Village Green Dr, Natrona Heights, PA 15065
5.6 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 15068
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,170/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $46,800/yr
- Renters in 15068 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 38%
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 | 15068 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $910 | $1,075 |
| 1 bedroom | $970 | $1,146 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,170 | $1,389 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,490 | $1,773 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,620 | $1,925 |
Wider area = Pittsburgh, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,040 (15084) to $1,510 (15239).
Census figures for 15068 (2020–2024 average): median rent $802. Median household income $63,426. 28% of homes are rented. 38% 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 15068's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 15068Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in New Kensington, PA 15068?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in New Kensington, PA 15068, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in New Kensington, PA 15068 have openings?
These lists for New Kensington, PA 15068 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in New Kensington, PA 15068?
Use the phone number on each building card in New Kensington, PA 15068. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in New Kensington, PA 15068?
In New Kensington, PA 15068, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 15068?
This directory lists 11 income-restricted buildings in New Kensington, PA 15068. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 15068?
Yes — this page also lists 32 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near New Kensington, PA 15068 (within about 7 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in New Kensington, PA 15068?
Most income-restricted buildings in New Kensington, PA 15068 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 New Kensington, PA 15068?
For many programs in New Kensington, PA 15068, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in New Kensington, PA 15068?
There is no single waiting list for New Kensington, PA 15068. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in New Kensington, PA 15068?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in New Kensington, PA 15068. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in New Kensington, PA 15068?
In public housing and most Section 8 in New Kensington, PA 15068, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near New Kensington, PA 15068 is $1,170 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in New Kensington, PA 15068?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in New Kensington, PA 15068. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in New Kensington, PA 15068?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in New Kensington, PA 15068. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Nearby ZIP codes
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.
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