Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Penns Park, PA 18943
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 18943 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Penns Park, PA 18943. 5 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 7 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 18943
Gloria Dei Plaza
460 S State St, Newtown, PA 18940
5.1 mi away
111 units · 110 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Bucks Villa, Inc.
30 Old York Rd, New Hope, PA 18938
6.9 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Charter Arms Apartments
1 Potter St, Warminster, PA 18974
7.1 mi away
118 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Moreland Towers
36 E Moreland Ave, Hatboro, PA 19040
8.1 mi away
138 units · 137 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Ken-Crest Pa 2001
105 Bridle Path Ln, Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053
8.8 mi away
13 units · People with disabilities
Ken Crest Pa 2009 Group Home
743 Byberry Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19116
10.2 mi away
9 units · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 18943
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,970/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $78,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD area · median family income $122,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,800 | $42,950 | $68,750 |
| 2 | $29,450 | $49,100 | $78,550 |
| 3 | $33,150 | $55,250 | $88,350 |
| 4 | $36,800 | $61,350 | $98,150 |
| 5 | $39,750 | $66,300 | $106,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $71,200 | $113,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $76,100 | $121,750 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $81,000 | $129,600 |
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 | 18943 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,520 | $1,438 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,650 | $1,558 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,970 | $1,860 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,350 | $2,216 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,590 | $2,445 |
Wider area = Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,880 (18974) to $2,790 (18925).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 18943's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 18943Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Penns Park, PA 18943?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Penns Park, PA 18943, 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 Penns Park, PA 18943 have openings?
These lists for Penns Park, PA 18943 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 Penns Park, PA 18943?
Use the phone number on each building card in Penns Park, PA 18943. 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 Penns Park, PA 18943?
In Penns Park, PA 18943, 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 18943?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 18943 right now. 5 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 18943?
Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Penns Park, PA 18943 (within about 7 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Penns Park, PA 18943?
Most income-restricted buildings in Penns Park, PA 18943 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 $42,950, and $61,350 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($68,750 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 Penns Park, PA 18943?
For many programs in Penns Park, PA 18943, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $42,950 a year for 1 person and $61,350 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $68,750 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 Penns Park, PA 18943?
There is no single waiting list for Penns Park, PA 18943. 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 Penns Park, PA 18943?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Penns Park, PA 18943?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Penns Park, PA 18943, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Penns Park, PA 18943 is $1,970 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 Penns Park, PA 18943?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Penns Park, PA 18943. 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 Penns Park, PA 18943?
This page may still list buildings in Penns Park, PA 18943 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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