Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Smithfield, PA 15478
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 15478 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Smithfield, PA 15478. 21 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 8 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 15478
The 20 closest of 21 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Ft Mason Village
52 Fort Mason Vlg, Masontown, PA 15461
6.5 mi away
230 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Fayette County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Village of Searights
RR1 Box 600, Leith-Hatfield, PA 15401
8.4 mi away
142 units · 140 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Surrey Hill Apts.
401-408 Surrey Hill Rd, Uniontown, PA 15401
8.4 mi away
70 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Enrico Palazzo aka Mt. Vernon Tower/Beeson Square
177 W Main St, Uniontown, PA 15401
8.7 mi away
190 units · 133 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
East View Terrace
15 Farragut St, Uniontown, PA 15401
8.7 mi away
281 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Fayette County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
White Swan Apartments
117 W Main St, Uniontown, PA 15401
8.8 mi away
47 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Fayette County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
- Most residents are 62 or older
Morgantown St Apts
25 Morgantown St, Uniontown, PA 15401
8.8 mi away
5 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Poplar Lane Court
110 New Salem Rd, Uniontown, PA 15401
8.9 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 1 BR
Beeson Court
125 E Main St, Uniontown, PA 15401
9 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Uniontown Senior Housing
94 N Gallatin Ave, Uniontown, PA 15401
9.1 mi away
36 units · 33 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Gallatin School
155 N Gallatin Ave, Uniontown, PA 15401
9.3 mi away
30 units · 1–3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Laurel Estates
43 Greenpoint Cir, Uniontown, PA 15401
9.5 mi away
56 units · 41 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Fayette County Housing Authority
Union Gardens
500 Woodview Ter, East Uniontown, PA 15401
9.6 mi away
95 units · 94 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
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Rents and income limits in 15478
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,120/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $44,800/yr
- Renters in 15478 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 37%
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 | 15478 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $870 | $1,075 |
| 1 bedroom | $920 | $1,146 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,120 | $1,389 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,430 | $1,773 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,925 |
Wider area = Pittsburgh, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,060 (15436) to $1,730 (15458).
Census figures for 15478 (2020–2024 average): median rent $849. Median household income $67,449. 20% of homes are rented. 37% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 18% 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 15478's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 15478Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Smithfield, PA 15478?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Smithfield, PA 15478, 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 Smithfield, PA 15478 have openings?
These lists for Smithfield, PA 15478 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 Smithfield, PA 15478?
Use the phone number on each building card in Smithfield, PA 15478. 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 Smithfield, PA 15478?
In Smithfield, PA 15478, 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 15478?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 15478 right now. 21 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 15478?
Yes — this page also lists 21 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Smithfield, PA 15478 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Smithfield, PA 15478?
Most income-restricted buildings in Smithfield, PA 15478 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 Smithfield, PA 15478?
For many programs in Smithfield, PA 15478, 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 Smithfield, PA 15478?
There is no single waiting list for Smithfield, PA 15478. 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 Smithfield, PA 15478?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Smithfield, PA 15478?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Smithfield, PA 15478, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Smithfield, PA 15478 is $1,120 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 Smithfield, PA 15478?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Smithfield, PA 15478. 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 Smithfield, PA 15478?
This page may still list buildings in Smithfield, PA 15478 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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