Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Holmes, PA 19098
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 19098 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Holmes, PA 19098. 14 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 2 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 19098
2623 Smithers St
2623 Smithers St, Glenolden, PA 19036
1.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
518 W Oak Ln
518 W Oak Ln, Glenolden, PA 19036
1.5 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Darby Townhouses
1011 Burton Ave, Sharon Hill, PA 19079
2.1 mi away
172 units · 168 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
Greenhill Court Apts
1300 Clifton Ave, Sharon Hill, PA 19079
2.3 mi away
130 units · 129 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority County of Delaware
- Residents waited about 87 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Calcon Gardens
1103 Clifton Ave, Sharon Hill, PA 19079
2.3 mi away
50 units · 3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority County of Delaware
- Residents waited about 72 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
18 S Diamond St
18 S Diamond St, Clifton Heights, PA 19018
2.5 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Kinder Park III (Phase 3)
1708 Liberty Rd, Woodlyn, PA 19094
2.6 mi away
38 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Apply through Housing Authority County of Delaware
- Residents waited about 77 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Kinder Park II
2009 Justice Sq, Woodlyn, PA 19094
2.7 mi away
34 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Apply through Housing Authority County of Delaware
- Residents waited about 70 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Kinder Park Redevelopment Phase I
1814 Constitution Ave, Woodlyn, PA 19094
2.7 mi away
33 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority County of Delaware
- Residents waited about 51 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Kinder Park
1855 Constitution Ave, Woodlyn, PA 19094
2.7 mi away
100 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- Apply through Housing Authority County of Delaware
- Residents waited about 43 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Kinder Park IV-A
1857 Constitution Ave, Woodlyn, PA 19094
2.7 mi away
39 units · 31 income-restricted · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority County of Delaware
- Most residents are 62 or older
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 19098
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,860/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $74,400/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 | Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,438 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,558 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,860 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,216 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,445 |
Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,480 (19043) to $1,850 (19081).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027. 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 19098's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 19098Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Holmes, PA 19098?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Holmes, PA 19098, 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 Holmes, PA 19098 have openings?
These lists for Holmes, PA 19098 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 Holmes, PA 19098?
Use the phone number on each building card in Holmes, PA 19098. 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 Holmes, PA 19098?
In Holmes, PA 19098, 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 19098?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 19098 right now. 14 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 19098?
Yes — this page also lists 14 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Holmes, PA 19098 (within about 2 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Holmes, PA 19098?
Most income-restricted buildings in Holmes, PA 19098 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 Holmes, PA 19098?
For many programs in Holmes, PA 19098, 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 Holmes, PA 19098?
There is no single waiting list for Holmes, PA 19098. 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 Holmes, PA 19098?
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 Holmes, PA 19098?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Holmes, PA 19098, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Holmes, PA 19098 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 Holmes, PA 19098?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Holmes, PA 19098. 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 Holmes, PA 19098?
This page may still list buildings in Holmes, PA 19098 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; 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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