Affordable & Low-Income Housing in East Waterford, PA 17021
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 17021 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in East Waterford, PA 17021. 2 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 17021
Chestnut Terrace
120 S Division St, Mount Union, PA 17066
11.9 mi away
226 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Huntingdon
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
McVeytown Apts
277 W Holiday St, McVeytown, PA 17051
12.3 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rothrock School Apt
280 W Holiday St, McVeytown, PA 17051
12.3 mi away
28 units · 1 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Orbisonia Elderly
559 Cromwell St, Orbisonia, PA 17243
13.2 mi away
14 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Perlo Ridge Apartments
400 Perlo Ct, Loysville, PA 17047
17 mi away
41 units · 1 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Three Springs Estates
310 Three Springs Est, Three Springs, PA 17264
17.2 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Mountain View Apts
91 Doubling Gap Rd, Newville, PA 17241
17.6 mi away
20 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Goss Terrace
26 Goss Terrace, Lewistown, PA 17044
18.2 mi away
40 units · 1 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
McCoy Manor / Lawler Place
300 Howard Ave Apt 45, Lewistown, PA 17044
18.3 mi away
76 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Auth of the County of Mifflin
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 17021
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,230/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $49,200/yr
- Renters in 17021 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 27%
Income limits (2026)
Juniata County, PA area · median family income $82,600. 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 | 17021 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $890 | $732 |
| 1 bedroom | $950 | $780 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,230 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,270 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,790 | $1,495 |
Wider area = Juniata County, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (17071) to $1,470 (17006).
Census figures for 17021 (2020–2024 average): median rent $867. Median household income $61,000. 22% of homes are rented. 27% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 17% 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 17021's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 17021Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in East Waterford, PA 17021?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in East Waterford, PA 17021, 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 Waterford, PA 17021 have openings?
These lists for East Waterford, PA 17021 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 Waterford, PA 17021?
Use the phone number on each building card in East Waterford, PA 17021. 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 Waterford, PA 17021?
In East Waterford, PA 17021, 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 17021?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 17021 right now. 2 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 17021?
Yes — this page also lists 2 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near East Waterford, PA 17021 (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 Waterford, PA 17021?
Most income-restricted buildings in East Waterford, PA 17021 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 Waterford, PA 17021?
For many programs in East Waterford, PA 17021, 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 Waterford, PA 17021?
There is no single waiting list for East Waterford, PA 17021. 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 Waterford, PA 17021?
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 Waterford, PA 17021?
In public housing and most Section 8 in East Waterford, PA 17021, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near East Waterford, PA 17021 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 East Waterford, PA 17021?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in East Waterford, PA 17021. 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 Waterford, PA 17021?
This page may still list buildings in East Waterford, PA 17021 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 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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