Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Drexel Hill, PA 19026
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 19026 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Drexel Hill, PA 19026. 42 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 4 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 19026
The 20 closest of 42 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Upper Darby Township Line
17 W Township Line Rd, Upper Darby, PA 19082
1.3 mi away
5 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
18 S Diamond St
18 S Diamond St, Clifton Heights, PA 19018
1.5 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Grace Court
550 S Lansdowne Ave, Yeadon, PA 19050
2.3 mi away
101 units · 100 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
518 W Oak Ln
518 W Oak Ln, Glenolden, PA 19036
2.9 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
15 Florence Ave
15 Florence Ave, Collingdale, PA 19023
3 mi away
1 unit · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
2213 Bonnaffon St
2213 Bonnaffon St, Darby, PA 19023
3 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
10 Florence Ave
10 Florence Ave, Collingdale, PA 19023
3 mi away
1 unit · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
939 Springfield Rd
939 Springfield Rd, Darby, PA 19023
3 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
127 Whitely Ter
127 Whitely Ter, Darby, PA 19023
3.2 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
2623 Smithers St
2623 Smithers St, Glenolden, PA 19036
3.3 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
227 Wright Ave
227 Wright Ave, Darby, PA 19023
3.3 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
231 Wright Ave
231 Wright Ave, Darby, PA 19023
3.3 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
240 Wright Ave
240 Wright Ave, Darby, PA 19023
3.3 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 19026
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,670/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $66,800/yr
- Renters in 19026 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 47%
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 | 19026 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,290 | $1,438 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,400 | $1,558 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,670 | $1,860 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,990 | $2,216 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,190 | $2,445 |
Wider area = Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,480 (19043) to $2,090 (19003).
Census figures for 19026 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,359. Median household income $89,234. 35% of homes are rented. 47% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 19% 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 19026's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 19026Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Drexel Hill, PA 19026?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Drexel Hill, PA 19026, 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 Drexel Hill, PA 19026 have openings?
These lists for Drexel Hill, PA 19026 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 Drexel Hill, PA 19026?
Use the phone number on each building card in Drexel Hill, PA 19026. 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 Drexel Hill, PA 19026?
In Drexel Hill, PA 19026, 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 19026?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 19026 right now. 42 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 19026?
Yes — this page also lists 42 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Drexel Hill, PA 19026 (within about 4 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Drexel Hill, PA 19026?
Most income-restricted buildings in Drexel Hill, PA 19026 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 Drexel Hill, PA 19026?
For many programs in Drexel Hill, PA 19026, 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 Drexel Hill, PA 19026?
There is no single waiting list for Drexel Hill, PA 19026. 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 Drexel Hill, PA 19026?
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 Drexel Hill, PA 19026?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Drexel Hill, PA 19026, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Drexel Hill, PA 19026 is $1,670 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 Drexel Hill, PA 19026?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Drexel Hill, PA 19026. 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 Drexel Hill, PA 19026?
This page may still list buildings in Drexel Hill, PA 19026 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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