Affordable & Low-Income Housing in West Mifflin, PA 15122
3 affordable buildings in 15122 · 88 more within 4 mi
West Mifflin, PA 15122 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 1 public housing and 2 Section 8. 88 more are listed within 4 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 15122
West Mifflin Manor
2400 Sharp Ave, West Mifflin, PA 15122
105 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
No buildings in 15122 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 88 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Pitcairn-Dravosburg Apts.
100 Third Street, Dravosburg, PA 15034
0.8 mi away
20 units · People with disabilities
St. Therese Plaza
4 St. Therese CT, Munhall, PA 15120
1.9 mi away
101 units · 100 income-restricted · 1 BR
Midtown Plaza
516 Sinclair St, McKeesport, PA 15132
1.9 mi away
132 units · 128 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
R B Harrison Village
3A Harrison Vlg, McKeesport, PA 15132
2 mi away
203 units · 202 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of McKeesport
- Residents waited about 25 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Retirement Residence Glassport
219 Ohio Ave, Glassport, PA 15045
2 mi away
55 units · 46 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
814 Huey St
814 Huey St, McKeesport, PA 15132
2.1 mi away
2 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Hi View Gardens
531 Coursin St., McKeesport, PA 15132
2.2 mi away
117 units · 116 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
One Homestead
Scattered Sites, Homestead, PA 15120
2.2 mi away
51 units · 1–3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
701 Coursin St
701 Coursin St, McKeesport, PA 15132
2.2 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Fifth Avenue Commons
1205 5th Ave, McKeesport, PA 15132
2.3 mi away
22 units · 21 income-restricted · 1 BR
White Street Apts.
502 White St, McKeesport, PA 15132
2.3 mi away
15 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Duquesne Apts
1110 Overland Ave, Duquesne, PA 15110
2.4 mi away
8 units · 6 income-restricted · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Port Vue Apts.
1810 Myer Ave, Port Vue, PA 15133
2.4 mi away
19 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Orchard Park
1020 Orchard Park Ave, Duquesne, PA 15110
2.5 mi away
44 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
1819 Union Ave
1819 Union Ave, McKeesport, PA 15132
2.5 mi away
2 units · 2–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 15122
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,190/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $47,600/yr
- Renters in 15122 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 46%
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 | 15122 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $920 | $1,075 |
| 1 bedroom | $980 | $1,146 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,190 | $1,389 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,520 | $1,773 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,925 |
Wider area = Pittsburgh, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (15034) to $1,450 (15207).
Census figures for 15122 (2020–2024 average): median rent $837. Median household income $72,485. 22% of homes are rented. 46% 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 15122's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 15122Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in West Mifflin, PA 15122?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in West Mifflin, PA 15122, 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 West Mifflin, PA 15122 have openings?
These lists for West Mifflin, PA 15122 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 West Mifflin, PA 15122?
Use the phone number on each building card in West Mifflin, PA 15122. 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 West Mifflin, PA 15122?
In West Mifflin, PA 15122, 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 15122?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in West Mifflin, PA 15122. 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 15122?
Yes — this page also lists 88 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near West Mifflin, PA 15122 (within about 4 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in West Mifflin, PA 15122?
Most income-restricted buildings in West Mifflin, PA 15122 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 West Mifflin, PA 15122?
For many programs in West Mifflin, PA 15122, 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 West Mifflin, PA 15122?
There is no single waiting list for West Mifflin, PA 15122. 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 West Mifflin, PA 15122?
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 in West Mifflin, PA 15122. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in West Mifflin, PA 15122?
In public housing and most Section 8 in West Mifflin, PA 15122, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near West Mifflin, PA 15122 is $1,190 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 West Mifflin, PA 15122?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in West Mifflin, PA 15122. 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 West Mifflin, PA 15122?
This page may still list buildings in West Mifflin, PA 15122 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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