Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Trafford, PA 15085
1 affordable building in 15085 · 21 more within 5 mi
Trafford, PA 15085 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 public housing. 21 more are listed within 5 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 15085
Jeannette & Trafford Manor
534 Brinton Ave, Trafford, PA 15085
195 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Westmoreland County Hsg Authority
- Residents waited about 19 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No buildings in 15085 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 21 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Cambridge Square Apts.
120 Cambridge Square Dr, Monroeville, PA 15146
3.2 mi away
204 units · 198 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Monroe Meadows
400 Trefoil Ct, Monroeville, PA 15146
3.3 mi away
48 units · 39 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Rolling Woods Estates
Scattered Sites, North Versailles, PA 15137
3.5 mi away
85 units · 84 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Irwin & New Stanton Manor
100 Western Ave, Irwin, PA 15642
3.6 mi away
130 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Westmoreland County Hsg Authority
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Cambridge Square Apts
200 Cambridge Sq Dr, Monroeville, PA 15146
4 mi away
204 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
East Boros Apts.
4165 Ivanhoe Dr, Monroeville, PA 15146
4 mi away
101 units · 100 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Harrison City Comm
123 Common Court #100, Harrison City, PA 15636
4 mi away
38 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Allegheny Independence House
210 Marguerite Ave, Wilmerding, PA 15148
4.3 mi away
25 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Commerce Plaza Apartments
314 Commerce St, Wilmerding, PA 15148
4.4 mi away
77 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 34 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Caldwell Station
510 Station St, Wall, PA 15148
4.5 mi away
18 units · 9 income-restricted · 2 BR
- Apply through Allegheny County Housing Authority
St Joseph Apts
100 St Josephs Dr, Wilmerding, PA 15148
4.6 mi away
18 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Heritage Park
1301 Delaware Ave, White Oak, PA 15131
5.3 mi away
108 units · 22 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Independence Housing
920 E Pittsburgh-McKeesport Blvd, North Versailles, PA 15137
5.4 mi away
27 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Jeannette & W.Hempfield Twnhs/Penn Manor
128 Lenhart Ave Apt 401, Irwin, PA 15642
6.3 mi away
54 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Westmoreland County Hsg Authority
- Residents waited about 33 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 15085
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,290/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $51,600/yr
- Renters in 15085 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 76%
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 | 15085 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,000 | $1,075 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,060 | $1,146 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,290 | $1,389 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,773 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,790 | $1,925 |
Wider area = Pittsburgh, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (15035) to $1,520 (15146).
Census figures for 15085 (2020–2024 average): median rent $996. Median household income $82,456. 11% of homes are rented. 76% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 49% 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 15085's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 15085Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Trafford, PA 15085?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Trafford, PA 15085, 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 Trafford, PA 15085 have openings?
These lists for Trafford, PA 15085 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 Trafford, PA 15085?
Use the phone number on each building card in Trafford, PA 15085. 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 Trafford, PA 15085?
In Trafford, PA 15085, 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 15085?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Trafford, PA 15085. 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 15085?
Yes — this page also lists 21 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Trafford, PA 15085 (within about 5 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Trafford, PA 15085?
Most income-restricted buildings in Trafford, PA 15085 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 Trafford, PA 15085?
For many programs in Trafford, PA 15085, 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 Trafford, PA 15085?
There is no single waiting list for Trafford, PA 15085. 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 Trafford, PA 15085?
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 in Trafford, PA 15085. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Trafford, PA 15085?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Trafford, PA 15085, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Trafford, PA 15085 is $1,290 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 Trafford, PA 15085?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Trafford, PA 15085. 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 Trafford, PA 15085?
This page may still list buildings in Trafford, PA 15085 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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