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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Affordable Housing

As of May 02, 2025, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has 755 Affordable Housing complexes. There are 10837 section 8 apartments, 5972 public housing buildings and 16730 approved low-income housing units. There is 1 Housing Authority that serves the area and their contact information can be found below.

Abbottsford Homes?a=1746160247

Abbottsford Homes

Public Housing

The Project Has 50 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$390 - $726*/month View Detail
Angela Court Ii?a=1746160247

Angela Court Ii

Public Housing

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

$390 - $726*/month View Detail
Angela Ct St. Ignatius?a=1746160247

Angela Ct St. Ignatius

Public Housing

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

$390 - $726*/month View Detail
Arch Homes?a=1746160247

Arch Homes

Public Housing

The Project Has 9 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$390 - $726*/month View Detail
Arlene Homes?a=1746160247

Arlene Homes

Public Housing

The Project Has 32 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$390 - $726*/month View Detail
Bartram Village?a=1746160247

Bartram Village

Public Housing

The Project Has 78 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$390 - $726*/month View Detail
Bentley Hall?a=1746160247

Bentley Hall

Public Housing

The Project Has 1 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$390 - $726*/month View Detail
Cambridge Phase I?a=1746160247

Cambridge Phase I

Public Housing

The Project Has 44 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$390 - $726*/month View Detail
Cambridge Phase Ii?a=1746160247

Cambridge Phase Ii

Public Housing

The Project Has 28 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$390 - $726*/month View Detail
Cambridge Phase Iii?a=1746160247

Cambridge Phase Iii

Public Housing

The Project Has 28 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$390 - $726*/month View Detail

HOUSING AUTHORITIES SERVING PHILADELPHIA

Philadelphia Housing Authority

Philadelphia Housing Authority

Housing Authority

There Are Currently 35060 Units Available Under Management by the Philadelphia Housing Authority. These Low-income Housing Units Consist of Section 8, Public Housing, and Low-income Housing Tax Credit Properties. the Philadelphia Housing Authority Serves the Philadelphia, Metropolitan Area.

There Are Currently 35060 Units Available Under Management by the Philadelphia Housing Aut...

Fair Market Rent

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

Philadelphia County, PA Fair Market Rent:
Studio
$1,303
1 Bedroom
$1,451
2 Bedrooms
$1,737
3 Bedrooms
$2,100
4 Bedrooms
$2,422

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 Philadelphia County for 2025.

Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, PA?

The best apartments in Philadelphia, PA are Bartram Village , Angela Court Ii , Cambridge Phase Ii , Cambridge Phase Iii and Bentley Hall

What is the average property rent in Philadelphia, PA?

The average property rent in Philadelphia, PA is $1,863.

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

The price range for a studio apartment in Philadelphia, PA is between $1,042 and $1,564. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

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

The price range for 1 bedroom apartment in Philadelphia, PA is between $1,161 and $1,741. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

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

The price range for 2 bedroom apartment in Philadelphia, PA is between $1,390 and $2,084. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

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

The price range for 3 bedroom apartment in Philadelphia, PA is between $1,680 and $2,520. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

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

The price range for 4 bedroom apartment in Philadelphia, PA is between $1,938 and $2,906. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

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

The prices were last updated on 01 May, 2025 for the properties in Philadelphia, PA

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