Arcola, PA Low Income Housing

Arcola, PA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Arcola, PA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Arcola, 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 Arcola, PA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Arcola, 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 Arcola, 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 Arcola, Pennsylvania - Montgomery County

Studio Apartments $1,218
One Bedroom Apartments $1,470
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,789
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,079

List of Low Income Housing in or near Arcola, PA

Collegeville Cla - Collegeville

811 Clahor Avenue
Collegeville, PA - 19426
610-489-6504
Collegeville Cla is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Collegeville Cla for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 2.34 miles from Arcola

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Residential Options Ii - Norristown

711 Sunnyside Ave
Norristown, PA - 19403
610-277-3122
Residential Options Ii is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Residential Options Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 2.52 miles from Arcola

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Old Swedes Housing Corporation - Phoenixville

201 E High St
Phoenixville, PA - 19460

TO PROVIDE SHELTER FOR MEN & WOMEN AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR THOSE WITH DRUG, ALCOHOL AND MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 3.24 miles from Arcola

Non Profit Apartment

St. Peter's Place - Phoenixville

111 Church St
Phoenixville, PA - 19460
610-933-4383
St. Peter's Place is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact St. Peter's Place for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 3.25 miles from Arcola

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Fairview Village - PA - Phoenixville

170 Persimmon Lane
Phoenixville, PA - 19460
(484) 302-7205
Fairview Village offers 36 low income two, three and four bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: M & F 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, W  8:30 AM - 12:00 PM *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 3.61 miles from Arcola


French Creek Manor - Phoenixville

501 Mason St
Phoenixville, PA - 19460
(610) 981-1015
French Creek Manor offers 70 low income one & two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: M, T, Th, F 8:30 am - 5:00 pm *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 4.09 miles from Arcola


Episcopal House - Phoenixville

610 Center St
Phoenixville, PA - 19460
610-933-4383
Episcopal House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Episcopal House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 4.19 miles from Arcola

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Gruber Mills At Spring City - Spring City

Main Street And Poplar Street
Spring City, PA - 19475
610-246-0645
Gruber Mills At Spring City is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Gruber Mills At Spring City for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 4.89 miles from Arcola

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Park Spring Apartments - Spring City

1800 Park Spring Blvd
Spring City, PA - 19475
(610) 948-5874
Park Spring Apartments offers low income one, two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: M-W & F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 5:00 pm *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 5.01 miles from Arcola

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Liberty House - Phoenixville - Phoenixville

100 Liberty House Lane
Phoenixville, PA - 19460
(610) 933-0100
Liberty House offers 48 low income one & two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: W 8:30 am - 5:00 pm *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 5.16 miles from Arcola


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Arcola, 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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