Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Easton, PA 18042
21 affordable buildings in 18042 · 15 more within 8 mi
Easton, PA 18042 has 21 income-restricted buildings: 11 tax credit, 7 public housing, 4 Section 8, and 6 senior. 15 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 18042
Jefferson St-N Union St
32 N Union St, Easton, PA 18042
112 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Easton Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 45 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Harlan House Senior Associates
221 S 4th St, Easton, PA 18042
100 units · 60 income-restricted · 1 BR
- Apply through Easton Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Bushkill House
66 N Locust St, Easton, PA 18042
93 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Easton Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 94 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Neston Heights
205 E Kleinhans St, Easton, PA 18042
56 units · 34 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Easton Housing Authority
Delaware Terrace
300 Williams St, Easton, PA 18042
40 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Easton Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 65 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Neston Heights Senior Project
511 Charles St, Easton, PA 18042
40 units · 29 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Easton Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 56 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Canal Park Apts
602 Canal Park, Easton, PA 18042
27 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
S Third St Apts
100 S Third St, Easton, PA 18042
22 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
South Third Street Apts
104 S Third St, Easton, PA 18042
22 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Bishop Apts
527 Northampton St, Easton, PA 18042
20 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Ferry Street Apts
600 Ferry St, Easton, PA 18042
10 units · 2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 18042 match this filter.
Nearby
Alpha Group Home
429 Pohatcong St, Alpha, NJ 08865
4 mi away
8 units · 7 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Heckman Terrace
427 Watson Pl, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
4.3 mi away
372 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Phillipsburg Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Pohatcong Consumer Home
415 Liggett Blvd, Upper Pohatcong, NJ 08865
4.4 mi away
3 units · People with disabilities
Heckman House
525 Fisher Ave, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
4.4 mi away
206 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Phillipsburg Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Lopatcong Consumer Home
150 South 7th Street, Lopatcong, NJ 08865
5 mi away
3 units · People with disabilities
Clymer Village
211 Red School Lane, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
5.2 mi away
82 units · 81 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Alternatives Homes 2004
20 James Ave, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
6.3 mi away
7 units · People with disabilities
Willows at Greenwich
401 Dumont Rd, Stewartsville, NJ 08886
7.2 mi away
66 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR
Saucon Manor
650 Northampton ST, Hellertown, PA 18055
7.4 mi away
51 units · 50 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Milford Group Home
1 John Lelo Ave, Milford, NJ 08848
9.1 mi away
6 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 18042
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,900/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $76,000/yr
- Renters in 18042 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 48%
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 | 18042 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,350 | $1,302 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,570 | $1,519 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,900 | $1,839 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,380 | $2,306 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,560 | $2,482 |
Wider area = Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,630 (18077) to $2,780 (08804).
Census figures for 18042 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,356. Median household income $77,556. 45% of homes are rented. 48% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 23% 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 18042's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 18042Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Easton, PA 18042?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Easton, PA 18042, 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 Easton, PA 18042 have openings?
These lists for Easton, PA 18042 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 Easton, PA 18042?
Use the phone number on each building card in Easton, PA 18042. 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 Easton, PA 18042?
In Easton, PA 18042, 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 18042?
This directory lists 21 income-restricted buildings in Easton, PA 18042. 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 18042?
Yes — this page also lists 15 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Easton, PA 18042 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Easton, PA 18042?
Most income-restricted buildings in Easton, PA 18042 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 Easton, PA 18042?
For many programs in Easton, PA 18042, 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 Easton, PA 18042?
There is no single waiting list for Easton, PA 18042. 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 Easton, PA 18042?
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, tax-credit apartments in Easton, PA 18042. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Easton, PA 18042?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Easton, PA 18042, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Easton, PA 18042 is $1,900 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 Easton, PA 18042?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Easton, PA 18042. 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 Easton, PA 18042?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Easton, PA 18042. 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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