Acme, PA Low Income Housing

Acme, PA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Acme, PA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Acme, PA?
To qualify for low income housing in Pennsylvania, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Acme, PA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Acme, PA, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Acme, PA. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Acme, Pennsylvania - Westmoreland County

Studio Apartments $904
One Bedroom Apartments $1,090
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,386
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,515

List of Low Income Housing in or near Acme, PA

Maple Hill - Mount Pleasant

300 Maple St
Mount Pleasant, PA - 15666
(724) 547-4035
Maple Hill is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Maple Hill for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Westmoreland County
Listing Location: 5.34 miles from Acme

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ridgeview Apartments - Affordable Senior Housing - Mount Pleasant

100 Ridgeview Ct
Mount Pleasant, PA - 15666
(724) 547-6400
Ridgeview Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Ridgeview Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities: Beauty Shop Central Air Emergency Call System Service Coordinator Picnic Area Community/Game Room Library with Computers Public Transportation Available ...see full details
Westmoreland County
Listing Location: 6.18 miles from Acme

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Scottmor Apartments - Scottdale

100 N Grant St
Scottdale, PA - 15683
(724) 887-9310
Scottmor Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Scottmor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Westmoreland County
Listing Location: 8.56 miles from Acme

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Laurel Hill Apartments - Scottdale

1204 Gurley Drive
Scottdale, PA - 15683
(724) 887-3280
Laurel Hill Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Laurel Hill Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Westmoreland County
Listing Location: 9.07 miles from Acme

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Huntingdon Village - Hunker

4 Huntingdon Village Dr
Hunker, PA - 15639
(724) 696-4015
Huntingdon Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Huntingdon Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Westmoreland County
Listing Location: 9.91 miles from Acme

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Jefferson Courtyard - Connellsville

301 N. Jefferson Street
Connellsville, PA - 15425
(412) 257-4180
Jefferson Courtyard is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Jefferson Courtyard for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Westmoreland County
Listing Location: 10.98 miles from Acme

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Connellsville Towers - Connellsville

120 E Peach St
Connellsville, PA - 15425
(724) 628-5650
Connellsville Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Connellsville Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Westmoreland County
Listing Location: 11.11 miles from Acme

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Connellsville Housing Authority - Connellsville

315 N Arch Street
Connellsville, PA - 15425
(724) 628-4501
Connellsville Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD.There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Westmoreland County
Listing Location: 11.24 miles from Acme


Gilbert Straub Plaza - South Greensburg

620 Reamer Avenue
South Greensburg, PA - 15601
(724)832-2280
PROVIDES SAFE AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR LOW INCOME ELDERLY AND HANDICAPPED...see full details
Westmoreland County
Listing Location: 11.80 miles from Acme

Non Profit Apartment

Gilbert Straub Plaza - Greensburg

620 Reamer Ave
Greensburg, PA - 15601
(724) 832-2280
Gilbert Straub Plaza is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Gilbert Straub Plaza for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Westmoreland County
Listing Location: 11.80 miles from Acme

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Acme, PA

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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