Affordable & Low-Income Housing in East Smethport, PA 16730
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 16730 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in East Smethport, PA 16730. 1 income-restricted building is listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 16730
Tri-Boro Hsg
420 E Water St Apt 1, Smethport, PA 16749
1 mi away
136 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of McKean
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Rose Terrace
79 Lincoln Ave, Bradford, PA 16701
14.6 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Emery Towers
Two South Ave, Bradford, PA 16701
15.2 mi away
102 units · 101 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
R.C. Denning Memorial
2 Bushnell St, Bradford, PA 16701
15.2 mi away
128 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of McKean
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Foster Twp Hsg
1 Riley Rd, Bradford, PA 16701
15.4 mi away
80 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of McKean
- Residents waited about 22 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Oswayo Apts
307 W Academy St, Shinglehouse, PA 16748
15.5 mi away
18 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Kane Commons
610 N Fraley St, Kane, PA 16735
22.6 mi away
32 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Kane Apartments
614 N Fraley St, Kane, PA 16735
22.6 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 16730
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
McKean County, PA area · median family income $84,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,100 | $30,200 | $48,300 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $34,500 | $55,200 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $38,800 | $62,100 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $43,100 | $68,950 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $46,550 | $74,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $50,000 | $80,000 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $53,450 | $85,500 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $56,900 | $91,050 |
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 | 16730 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $750 | $749 |
| 1 bedroom | $890 | $891 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,230 | $1,232 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,530 | $1,521 |
Wider area = McKean County, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 8 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (16749) to $1,040 (16750).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 16730's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 16730Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in East Smethport, PA 16730?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in East Smethport, PA 16730, 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 East Smethport, PA 16730 have openings?
These lists for East Smethport, PA 16730 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 East Smethport, PA 16730?
Use the phone number on each building card in East Smethport, PA 16730. 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 East Smethport, PA 16730?
In East Smethport, PA 16730, 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 16730?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 16730 right now. 1 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 16730?
Yes — this page also lists 1 income-restricted building in ZIP codes near East Smethport, PA 16730 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in East Smethport, PA 16730?
Most income-restricted buildings in East Smethport, PA 16730 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 $30,200, and $43,100 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($48,300 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 East Smethport, PA 16730?
For many programs in East Smethport, PA 16730, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $30,200 a year for 1 person and $43,100 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $48,300 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 East Smethport, PA 16730?
There is no single waiting list for East Smethport, PA 16730. 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 East Smethport, PA 16730?
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 East Smethport, PA 16730?
In public housing and most Section 8 in East Smethport, PA 16730, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near East Smethport, PA 16730 is $1,010 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 East Smethport, PA 16730?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in East Smethport, PA 16730. 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 East Smethport, PA 16730?
This page may still list buildings in East Smethport, PA 16730 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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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