Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Koppel, PA 16136
2 affordable buildings in 16136 · 30 more within 10 mi
Koppel, PA 16136 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit, 1 Section 8, and 1 senior. 30 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 16136
No buildings in 16136 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 30 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Walnut Ridge
630 Crescent Ave, Ellwood City, PA 16117
2.4 mi away
143 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Auth Co of Lawrence
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rj Schill
410 Short St, Ellwood City, PA 16117
2.4 mi away
72 units · 70 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Colonial Oaks Apts.
149 Colonial Oaks Circle, Beaver Falls, PA 15010
4.5 mi away
140 units · 42 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Pleasantview Homes
2103 12th Ave, Beaver Falls, PA 15010
5.1 mi away
194 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Beaver
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Lutheran Village/Chippewa
139 Gertrude Street, Beaver Falls, PA 15010
5.2 mi away
35 units · 34 income-restricted · 1 BR
Pmh I - Curtis/Second
143 Curtis Dr, Beaver Falls, PA 15010
5.5 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Morado Dwellings
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
5.7 mi away
203 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Beaver
- Residents waited about 11 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
McGuire Woodlands
152 Stuber Rd, New Brighton, PA 15066
5.7 mi away
4 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Stone Brook Apts
135 Center Ave, West Pittsburg, PA 16160
6.7 mi away
30 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Taylor Terrace Apts
West Pittsburg, PA 16160
6.8 mi away
30 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Eb McNitt
801 & 805 Allegheny St, New Brighton, PA 15066
6.8 mi away
101 units · 98 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
E.B. McNITT/NEW BRIGHTON APTS.
901 9th St, New Brighton, PA 15066
6.8 mi away
101 units · 100 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Pulaski Homes Redevelopment
New Brighton, PA 15066
7 mi away
53 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Beaver
- Residents waited about 22 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 16136
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,230/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $49,200/yr
- Renters in 16136 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 | 16136 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $950 | $1,075 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,020 | $1,146 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,230 | $1,389 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,570 | $1,773 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,700 | $1,925 |
Wider area = Pittsburgh, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (16157) to $1,270 (16115).
Census figures for 16136 (2020–2024 average): median rent $900. Median household income $73,750. 21% of homes are rented. 46% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 8% 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 16136's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 16136Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Koppel, PA 16136?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Koppel, PA 16136, 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 Koppel, PA 16136 have openings?
These lists for Koppel, PA 16136 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 Koppel, PA 16136?
Use the phone number on each building card in Koppel, PA 16136. 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 Koppel, PA 16136?
In Koppel, PA 16136, 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 16136?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Koppel, PA 16136. 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 16136?
Yes — this page also lists 30 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Koppel, PA 16136 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Koppel, PA 16136?
Most income-restricted buildings in Koppel, PA 16136 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 Koppel, PA 16136?
For many programs in Koppel, PA 16136, 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 Koppel, PA 16136?
There is no single waiting list for Koppel, PA 16136. 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 Koppel, PA 16136?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Koppel, PA 16136. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Koppel, PA 16136?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Koppel, PA 16136, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Koppel, PA 16136 is $1,230 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 Koppel, PA 16136?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Koppel, PA 16136. 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 Koppel, PA 16136?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Koppel, PA 16136. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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