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Lancaster, Pennsylvania Affordable Housing

As of May 17, 2025, Lancaster, Pennsylvania has 37 Affordable Housing complexes. There are 712 section 8 apartments, 150 public housing buildings and 1374 approved low-income housing units. There are 2 Housing Authorities that serve the area and their contact information can be found below.

Farnum Street East?a=1747450021

Farnum Street East

Public Housing

The Project Has 2 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$281 - $532*/month View Detail
Franklin Terrace?a=1747450021

Franklin Terrace

Public Housing

The Project Has 53 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$281 - $532*/month View Detail
Scattered Site Housing?a=1747450021

Scattered Site Housing

Public Housing

The Project Has 95 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$281 - $532*/month View Detail
134 Juniata St?a=1747450021

134 Juniata St

Low Income Housing

134 Juniata St Has 3 Units Available

$281 - $532*/month View Detail
134-142 S Queen St?a=1747450021

134-142 S Queen St

Low Income Housing

134-142 S Queen St Has 17 Units Available

$281 - $532*/month View Detail
141 S Queen St Apartments?a=1747450021

141 S Queen St Apartments

Low Income Housing

141 S Queen St Apartments Has 21 Units Available

$281 - $532*/month View Detail
209-211 W King?a=1747450021

209-211 W King

Low Income Housing

209-211 W King Has 5 Units Available

$281 - $532*/month View Detail
319 Beaver St?a=1747450021

319 Beaver St

Low Income Housing

319 Beaver St Has 1 Units Available

$281 - $532*/month View Detail
325 Beaver St?a=1747450021

325 Beaver St

Low Income Housing

325 Beaver St Has 2 Units Available

$281 - $532*/month View Detail
435 Howard Ave?a=1747450021

435 Howard Ave

Low Income Housing

435 Howard Ave Has 1 Units Available

$281 - $532*/month View Detail

HOUSING AUTHORITIES SERVING LANCASTER

Lancaster County Housing Authority

Lancaster County Housing Authority

Housing Authority

There Are Currently 868 Units Available Under Management by the Lancaster County Housing Authority. These Low-income Housing Units Consist of Section 8, Public Housing, and Low-income Housing Tax Credit Properties. the Lancaster County Housing Authority Serves the Lancaster, Metropolitan Area.

There Are Currently 868 Units Available Under Management by the Lancaster County Housing A...

The Housing Authority of the City of Lancaster

The Housing Authority of the City of Lancaster

Housing Authority

There Are Currently 1581 Units Available Under Management by the the Housing Authority of the City of Lancaster. These Low-income Housing Units Consist of Section 8, Public Housing, and Low-income Housing Tax Credit Properties. the the Housing Authority of the City of Lancaster Serves the Lancaster, Metropolitan Area.

There Are Currently 1581 Units Available Under Management by the the Housing Authority of ...

Fair Market Rent

The Lancaster County Housing Authority will pay about 70% of a tenants rent with the tenant being responsible for the other 30%.

Lancaster County, PA Fair Market Rent:
Studio
$938
1 Bedroom
$1,061
2 Bedrooms
$1,333
3 Bedrooms
$1,725
4 Bedrooms
$1,775

Income Limit

Income Limits are maximum income limits allowed based on household size. The following limits were established by HUD for low income households to be eligible for housing assistance in Lancaster County for 2025.

Lancaster County, PA Income Limit:
1 Person
$55,350
2 Persons
$63,250
3 Persons
$71,150
4 Persons
$79,050
5 Persons
$85,400

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best apartments in Lancaster, PA?

The best apartments in Lancaster, PA are Scattered Site Housing , 325 Beaver St , Franklin Terrace , 319 Beaver St and 435 Howard Ave

What is the average property rent in Lancaster, PA?

The average property rent in Lancaster, PA is $1,357.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Lancaster, PA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Lancaster, PA is between $750 and $1,126. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 1 bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA?

The price range for 1 bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA is between $849 and $1,273. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 2 bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA?

The price range for 2 bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA is between $1,066 and $1,600. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 3 bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA?

The price range for 3 bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA is between $1,380 and $2,070. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 4 bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA?

The price range for 4 bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA is between $1,420 and $2,130. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

When were the prices last updated for the properties in Lancaster, PA?

The prices were last updated on 16 May, 2025 for the properties in Lancaster, PA

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