Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Coopersburg, PA 18036
2 affordable buildings in 18036 · 48 more within 8 mi
Coopersburg, PA 18036 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit and 2 senior. 48 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 18036
Coopersburg School Apts
331 E State St, Coopersburg, PA 18036
40 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 18036 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 48 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Vhdc AP54
Scattered Sites, Bethlehem, PA 18015
4.3 mi away
51 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Broom Street Apts
314 Broom St, Emmaus, PA 18049
5.4 mi away
6 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Saucon Manor
650 Northampton ST, Hellertown, PA 18055
5.5 mi away
51 units · 50 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Ridge Manor
333 Ridge St, Emmaus, PA 18049
5.8 mi away
164 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Lehigh County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 32 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
East Penn Place
633 Broad St, Emmaus, PA 18049
5.8 mi away
47 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Walnut Street Apts
624 Walnut St, Emmaus, PA 18049
6 mi away
4 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Bank Street Apts
934 Bank St, Emmaus, PA 18049
6.2 mi away
1 unit · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cumberland Phase I Rehab
507 E Cumberland St, Allentown, PA 18103
6.4 mi away
62 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Allentown Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 110 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Cumberland Garden Phase 3
433 E Cumberland St, Allentown, PA 18103
6.5 mi away
56 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Allentown Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 80 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Constitution Dr Apts
1012 Constitution Dr, Allentown, PA 18103
6.6 mi away
3 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Seneca Street Apts
943 Long St, Fountain Hill, PA 18015
6.6 mi away
52 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Mill Apts
901 Cherokee St, Fountain Hill, PA 18015
6.7 mi away
45 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cumberland Gardens Phase II
Scattered Sites, Allentown, PA 18103
6.7 mi away
70 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Cumberland Gardens Phase III
Scattered Sites, Allentown, PA 18103
6.7 mi away
56 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Atlantic Street Apts
825 Atlantic St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
6.7 mi away
22 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 18036
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,690/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $67,600/yr
- Renters in 18036 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 50%
Income limits (2026)
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA area · median family income $104,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,950 | $36,550 | $58,450 |
| 2 | $25,050 | $41,800 | $66,800 |
| 3 | $28,200 | $47,000 | $75,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,200 | $83,500 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $56,400 | $90,200 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $60,600 | $96,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $64,750 | $103,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $68,950 | $110,250 |
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 | 18036 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,220 | $1,302 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,400 | $1,519 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,690 | $1,839 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,100 | $2,306 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,270 | $2,482 |
Wider area = Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,680 (18970) to $2,610 (18034).
Census figures for 18036 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,342. Median household income $129,123. 11% of homes are rented. 50% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 26% 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 18036's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 18036Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Coopersburg, PA 18036?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Coopersburg, PA 18036, 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 Coopersburg, PA 18036 have openings?
These lists for Coopersburg, PA 18036 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 Coopersburg, PA 18036?
Use the phone number on each building card in Coopersburg, PA 18036. 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 Coopersburg, PA 18036?
In Coopersburg, PA 18036, 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 18036?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Coopersburg, PA 18036. 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 18036?
Yes — this page also lists 48 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Coopersburg, PA 18036 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Coopersburg, PA 18036?
Most income-restricted buildings in Coopersburg, PA 18036 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 $36,550, and $52,200 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($58,450 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 Coopersburg, PA 18036?
For many programs in Coopersburg, PA 18036, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,550 a year for 1 person and $52,200 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $58,450 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 Coopersburg, PA 18036?
There is no single waiting list for Coopersburg, PA 18036. 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 Coopersburg, PA 18036?
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 tax-credit apartments in Coopersburg, PA 18036. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Coopersburg, PA 18036?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Coopersburg, PA 18036, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Coopersburg, PA 18036 is $1,690 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 Coopersburg, PA 18036?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Coopersburg, PA 18036. 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 Coopersburg, PA 18036?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Coopersburg, PA 18036. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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