Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Pittston, PA 18641
1 affordable building in 18641 · 43 more within 8 mi
Pittston, PA 18641 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit and 1 senior. 43 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 18641
No buildings in 18641 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 43 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Exeter Gardens
500 Brown St, Duryea, PA 18642
2 mi away
431 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Luzerne
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Riverview Manor-Infantino Towers
Pittston, PA 18640
2.8 mi away
190 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Pittston
- Residents waited about 13 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Steeple View
57 Carroll St, Pittston, PA 18640
3.1 mi away
35 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Riverview Manor-Infantino Towers
500 Kennedy Blvd, Pittston, PA 18640
3.6 mi away
112 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Pittston
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Hilltop Manor
2413 S Webster Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
4 mi away
250 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Scranton Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Valley View Terrace
1701 Stafford Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
4.3 mi away
189 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Scranton Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Cedar 500
Scattered Sites, Scranton, PA 18505
4.3 mi away
30 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Old Forge Housing
2 Little League Blvd, Scranton, PA 18504
4.5 mi away
314 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Lackawanna County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Exeter Senior Apts
222 Schooley Ave, Exeter, PA 18643
4.9 mi away
46 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Harriet Beecher Stowe
830 Crown Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
5.3 mi away
18 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Jackson Heights Apartments
1001 Jackson St, Scranton, PA 18504
5.8 mi away
186 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Scranton Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 18641
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,260/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,400/yr
- Renters in 18641 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 22%
Income limits (2026)
Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA area · median family income $92,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,350 | $32,200 | $51,550 |
| 2 | $22,100 | $36,800 | $58,900 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $41,400 | $66,250 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $46,000 | $73,600 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $49,700 | $79,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $53,400 | $85,400 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $57,050 | $91,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $60,750 | $97,200 |
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 | 18641 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $880 | $949 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,020 | $1,106 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,363 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,786 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,810 | $1,962 |
Wider area = Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,240 (18518) to $1,570 (18517).
Census figures for 18641 (2020–2024 average): median rent $963. Median household income $75,708. 29% of homes are rented. 22% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 11% 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 18641's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 18641Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Pittston, PA 18641?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Pittston, PA 18641, 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 Pittston, PA 18641 have openings?
These lists for Pittston, PA 18641 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 Pittston, PA 18641?
Use the phone number on each building card in Pittston, PA 18641. 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 Pittston, PA 18641?
In Pittston, PA 18641, 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 18641?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Pittston, PA 18641. 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 18641?
Yes — this page also lists 43 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Pittston, PA 18641 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Pittston, PA 18641?
Most income-restricted buildings in Pittston, PA 18641 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 $32,200, and $46,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($51,550 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 Pittston, PA 18641?
For many programs in Pittston, PA 18641, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,200 a year for 1 person and $46,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $51,550 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 Pittston, PA 18641?
There is no single waiting list for Pittston, PA 18641. 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 Pittston, PA 18641?
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 Pittston, PA 18641. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Pittston, PA 18641?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Pittston, PA 18641, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Pittston, PA 18641 is $1,260 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 Pittston, PA 18641?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Pittston, PA 18641. 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 Pittston, PA 18641?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Pittston, PA 18641. 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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