Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Milton, PA 17847
3 affordable buildings in 17847 · 20 more within 10 mi
Milton, PA 17847 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 1 public housing, 2 Section 8, and 1 senior. 20 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 17847
Mahoning Acres-Milton Towers
50 Mahoning St, Milton, PA 17847
200 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Auth of the County of Northumberland
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No buildings in 17847 match this filter.
Nearby
Warrior Run Manor
1105 Main St, Watsontown, PA 17777
6.6 mi away
76 units · 75 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Broadway Estates
524 Broadway Estate, Turbotville, PA 17772
6.9 mi away
23 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Penn Commons
Scattered Sites, Lewisburg, PA 17837
7.3 mi away
31 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Kelly Apts Hsg for Elderly
Pob 274 R.D. 5, Linntown, PA 17837
7.4 mi away
79 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Beaver Place
54 Kelly St, Danville, PA 17821
10.4 mi away
115 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of Montour County
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 17847
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,240/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $49,600/yr
- Renters in 17847 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 44%
Income limits (2026)
Northumberland County, PA area · median family income $85,600. 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 | 17847 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $860 | $729 |
| 1 bedroom | $980 | $899 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,240 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,690 | $1,320 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,860 | $1,408 |
Wider area = Northumberland County, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,020 (17730) to $1,460 (17821).
Census figures for 17847 (2020–2024 average): median rent $904. Median household income $58,775. 34% of homes are rented. 44% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 7% 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 17847's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 17847Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Milton, PA 17847?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Milton, PA 17847, 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 Milton, PA 17847 have openings?
These lists for Milton, PA 17847 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 Milton, PA 17847?
Use the phone number on each building card in Milton, PA 17847. 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 Milton, PA 17847?
In Milton, PA 17847, 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 17847?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Milton, PA 17847. 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 17847?
Yes — this page also lists 20 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Milton, PA 17847 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Milton, PA 17847?
Most income-restricted buildings in Milton, PA 17847 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 Milton, PA 17847?
For many programs in Milton, PA 17847, 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 Milton, PA 17847?
There is no single waiting list for Milton, PA 17847. 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 Milton, PA 17847?
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 public housing, project-based Section 8 in Milton, PA 17847. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Milton, PA 17847?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Milton, PA 17847, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Milton, PA 17847 is $1,240 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 Milton, PA 17847?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Milton, PA 17847. 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 Milton, PA 17847?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Milton, PA 17847. 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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