Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Elm, PA 17521
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 17521 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Elm, PA 17521. 10 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 17521
Saxony Ridge Apartments
615 W 6th St, Lititz, PA 17543
4.4 mi away
62 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Aster Place Apts
Lititz, PA 17543
4.4 mi away
66 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Highland Glen
20th and Penn Street, Pleasant Hill, PA 17042
7.5 mi away
96 units · 95 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Southside Property Management
1320 Lafayette St, Lebanon, PA 17042
10.1 mi away
130 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Lebanon
- Residents waited about 69 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 17521
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,550/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $62,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Lancaster, PA area · median family income $109,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,950 | $38,250 | $61,150 |
| 2 | $26,200 | $43,700 | $69,900 |
| 3 | $29,500 | $49,150 | $78,650 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $54,600 | $87,350 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $59,000 | $94,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $63,350 | $101,350 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $67,750 | $108,350 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $72,100 | $115,350 |
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 | 17521 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,150 | $1,152 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,250 | $1,256 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,553 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,970 | $1,978 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,040 | $2,041 |
Wider area = Lancaster, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,370 (17088) to $2,330 (17606).
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 17521's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 17521Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Elm, PA 17521?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Elm, PA 17521, 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 Elm, PA 17521 have openings?
These lists for Elm, PA 17521 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 Elm, PA 17521?
Use the phone number on each building card in Elm, PA 17521. 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 Elm, PA 17521?
In Elm, PA 17521, 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 17521?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 17521 right now. 10 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 17521?
Yes — this page also lists 10 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Elm, PA 17521 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Elm, PA 17521?
Most income-restricted buildings in Elm, PA 17521 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 $38,250, and $54,600 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($61,150 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 Elm, PA 17521?
For many programs in Elm, PA 17521, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $38,250 a year for 1 person and $54,600 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $61,150 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 Elm, PA 17521?
There is no single waiting list for Elm, PA 17521. 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 Elm, PA 17521?
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 Elm, PA 17521?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Elm, PA 17521, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Elm, PA 17521 is $1,550 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 Elm, PA 17521?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Elm, PA 17521. 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 Elm, PA 17521?
This page may still list buildings in Elm, PA 17521 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; 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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