Allison Park, PA Low Income Housing

Allison Park, PA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Allison Park, PA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Allison Park, 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 Allison Park, PA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Allison Park, 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 Allison Park, 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 Allison Park, Pennsylvania - Allegheny 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 Allison Park, PA

Shaler Oaks - Affordable Senior Housing - Pittsburgh

1122 Mount Royal Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA - 15223
(412) 487-9401
Shaler Oaks is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Shaler Oaks for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities:     Central Air     Emergency Call System     Service Coordinator     Library     Community/Game Room     Elevator     Meal Program Affiliate     Transportation Available     On-site Laundry Facility ...see full details
Allegheny County
Listing Location: 2.82 miles from Allison Park


Towne North Towers - Pittsburgh

99 Corbett Court
Pittsburgh, PA - 15237
(412) 367-9494
Towne North Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Towne North Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Allegheny County
Listing Location: 3.35 miles from Allison Park


Etna Commons Senior Apartments - Pittsburgh

21 Hickory Street
Pittsburgh, PA - 15223
(412) 782-2711
Etna Commons is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Etna Commons for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Allegheny County
Listing Location: 4.29 miles from Allison Park

Non Profit Apartment

Sharpsburg Towers - Affordable Senior Housing - Sharpsburg

601 Main St
Sharpsburg, PA - 15215
(412) 784-0600
Sharpsburg Hirise For The Elderly is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sharpsburg Hirise For The Elderly for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities:     Central Air     Emergency Call System     Service Coordinator     Picnic Area     Community/Game Room     Library     Elevator     Meal Program Affiliate     Transportation Available ...see full details
Allegheny County
Listing Location: 4.66 miles from Allison Park

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Alverno Apartments - Millvale

98 Hawthorne Road
Millvale, PA - 15209
(412) 821-2200
Alverno Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Alverno Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Allegheny County
Listing Location: 4.69 miles from Allison Park

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Alexis Manor - Wexford

10100 Old Perry Hwy
Wexford, PA - 15090
(724) 935-7411
5 story building located in a wooded country setting in beautiful Wexford, PA. The complex consists of 60 one-bedroom apartments, all with eat-in kitchens. The apartments have central HVAC units, window sheers and are fully carpeted. Closets in the bedroom, living room and hallway provide plenty of storage space.Our common kitchen and community rooms are set up for group dinners and parties. The residents gather in these rooms for birthdays, holidays and other special occasions. Weekly activities include BINGO, cards, games and spiritual meetings. The activity room has a television, library withplenty of books, exercise equipment and table for jigsaw puzzles and board games. The laundry room is located on the fifth floor and consists of four washers and four dryers.Alexis Manor features a secured keyless access system and is monitored by a security agency. Conveniently, the facility is located in close proximity to supermarkets, drug stores, department stores and a hospital. The parking lot has assigned resident spaces and visitor spaces. Residents make use of the Meals on Wheels program and travel by Access transportation to surrounding shopping areas and medical appointments....see full details
Allegheny County
Listing Location: 5.11 miles from Allison Park

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Thomas Village - Gibsonia

5604 Community Center Dr
Gibsonia, PA - 15044
(412) 443-4470
Thomas Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Thomas Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Allegheny County
Listing Location: 5.34 miles from Allison Park

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

IW Abel Place - pittsburgh

4720 Hatfield Street
pittsburgh, PA - 15201
(412) 687-7120
IW Abel Place is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact IW Abel Place for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications.   ...see full details
Allegheny County
Listing Location: 5.79 miles from Allison Park


Munroe Towers - Oakmont

101 Delaware St
Oakmont, PA - 15139
(412) 828-1820
Munroe Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Munroe Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Allegheny County
Listing Location: 6.49 miles from Allison Park

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Saint Augustine Plaza - Pittsburgh

230 36th Street
Pittsburgh, PA - 15201
(412) 683-6155
Saint Augustine Plaza is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Saint Augustine Plaza for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Allegheny County
Listing Location: 6.54 miles from Allison Park


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Allison Park, 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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