Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Hellertown, PA 18055
2 affordable buildings in 18055 · 63 more within 8 mi
Hellertown, PA 18055 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit, 1 Section 8, and 2 senior. 63 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 18055
No buildings in 18055 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 63 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Park / Lyn
847 Argus Ct, Bethlehem, PA 18015
2.5 mi away
300 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Bethlehem Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 20 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
1538 E Eighth St Apts
1538 E Eighth St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
2.7 mi away
4 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
E Fourth St Apts
1136 E Fourth St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
3.3 mi away
8 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Bethlehem Townhouses I
1045 Livingston St, Bethlehem, PA 18017
3.4 mi away
109 units · 73 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Atlantic Street Apts
825 Atlantic St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
3.4 mi away
22 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
941 E Fourth St
941 E Fourth St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
3.5 mi away
2 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
South Side Lofts
419-429 Hayes St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
3.5 mi away
46 units · 1–3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Atlantic Apts
729 E Seventh St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
3.5 mi away
6 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Vhdc AP54
Scattered Sites, Bethlehem, PA 18015
3.5 mi away
51 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Northeast
1107 Marvine St, Bethlehem, PA 18017
3.6 mi away
365 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Bethlehem Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 31 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Marvine
1302 Marvine St, Bethlehem, PA 18017
3.7 mi away
389 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Bethlehem Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 13 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Bayard Homes
1511 Bayard St, Bethlehem, PA 18017
3.8 mi away
20 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Bethlehem Housing Authority
FRED B ROONEY aka BETHLEHEM DEVELOPERS
4 E Fourth St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
4.1 mi away
150 units · Studio–2 BR
Broad & High Streets
604 High St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
4.2 mi away
12 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
536-38 Broadway St
536 Broadway, Bethlehem, PA 18015
4.5 mi away
6 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 18055
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,860/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $74,400/yr
- Renters in 18055 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 47%
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 | 18055 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,330 | $1,302 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,540 | $1,519 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,860 | $1,839 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,330 | $2,306 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,510 | $2,482 |
Wider area = Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,630 (18077) to $2,610 (18034).
Census figures for 18055 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,397. Median household income $90,234. 22% of homes are rented. 47% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 13% 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 18055's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 18055Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Hellertown, PA 18055?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Hellertown, PA 18055, 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 Hellertown, PA 18055 have openings?
These lists for Hellertown, PA 18055 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 Hellertown, PA 18055?
Use the phone number on each building card in Hellertown, PA 18055. 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 Hellertown, PA 18055?
In Hellertown, PA 18055, 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 18055?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Hellertown, PA 18055. 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 18055?
Yes — this page also lists 63 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Hellertown, PA 18055 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Hellertown, PA 18055?
Most income-restricted buildings in Hellertown, PA 18055 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 Hellertown, PA 18055?
For many programs in Hellertown, PA 18055, 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 Hellertown, PA 18055?
There is no single waiting list for Hellertown, PA 18055. 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 Hellertown, PA 18055?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Hellertown, PA 18055. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Hellertown, PA 18055?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Hellertown, PA 18055, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Hellertown, PA 18055 is $1,860 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 Hellertown, PA 18055?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Hellertown, PA 18055. 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 Hellertown, PA 18055?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Hellertown, PA 18055. 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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