Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Chester Springs, PA 19425
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 19425 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Chester Springs, PA 19425. 30 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 8 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 19425
The 20 closest of 30 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Liberty House
100 Liberty House Ln, Phoenixville, PA 19460
5.4 mi away
48 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Horizon House I
1005 Paradise St, Phoenixville, PA 19460
6 mi away
10 units · 9 income-restricted · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Steeltown Village
730 Wheatland St, Phoenixville, PA 19460
6.4 mi away
48 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
The Whitehall
3795 Schuylkill Rd, Spring City, PA 19475
6.6 mi away
49 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Bridge & Walnut Apts
444 Bridge St, Phoenixville, PA 19460
6.7 mi away
5 units · 4 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Vincent Heights
333 Vincent Heights Cir, Spring City, PA 19475
6.7 mi away
91 units · 90 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Fairview Village
141 Persimmon Ln, Phoenixville, PA 19460
6.8 mi away
36 units · 25 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Chester
- Residents waited about 73 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
376-380 Bridge St
376 Bridge St, Phoenixville, PA 19460
6.8 mi away
3 units · 4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Kencrest Pa 2010
21 Carrigan Avenue, Spring City, PA 19475
6.9 mi away
9 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Gruber Mills at Spring City
201 S Main St, Spring City, PA 19475
7.2 mi away
62 units · 61 income-restricted · 1 BR
St. Peters Place
111 Church St, Phoenixville, PA 19460
7.2 mi away
51 units · 50 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 19425
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,790/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $111,600/yr
- Renters in 19425 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 42%
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 | 19425 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,160 | $1,438 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,340 | $1,558 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,790 | $1,860 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,320 | $2,216 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,670 | $2,445 |
Wider area = Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,280 (19475) to $2,620 (19380).
Census figures for 19425 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,404. Median household income $211,739. 11% of homes are rented. 42% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 8% 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 19425's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 19425Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Chester Springs, PA 19425?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Chester Springs, PA 19425, 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 Chester Springs, PA 19425 have openings?
These lists for Chester Springs, PA 19425 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 Chester Springs, PA 19425?
Use the phone number on each building card in Chester Springs, PA 19425. 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 Chester Springs, PA 19425?
In Chester Springs, PA 19425, 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 19425?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 19425 right now. 30 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 19425?
Yes — this page also lists 30 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Chester Springs, PA 19425 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Chester Springs, PA 19425?
Most income-restricted buildings in Chester Springs, PA 19425 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 Chester Springs, PA 19425?
For many programs in Chester Springs, PA 19425, 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 Chester Springs, PA 19425?
There is no single waiting list for Chester Springs, PA 19425. 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 Chester Springs, PA 19425?
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 Chester Springs, PA 19425?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Chester Springs, PA 19425, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Chester Springs, PA 19425 is $2,790 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 Chester Springs, PA 19425?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Chester Springs, PA 19425. 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 Chester Springs, PA 19425?
This page may still list buildings in Chester Springs, PA 19425 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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