Cheltenham, PA Low Income Housing

Cheltenham, PA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Cheltenham, PA

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Cheltenham, 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 Cheltenham, 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 Cheltenham, 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 Cheltenham, PA

Salba Apartments - Jenkintown

309 Walnut St
Jenkintown, PA - 19046
610-260-1126
Salba Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Salba Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 1.14 miles from Cheltenham

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Regional Housing Legal Services - Glenside

2 S Easton Rd
Glenside, PA - 19038
(215)572-7300
The Mission Of RHLS Is To Build More Self-Sufficient Communities By Providing Legal Services And Technical Assistance To Non-Profit Organizations That Develop Affordable Housing And Engage In Neigborhood Revitalization....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 1.85 miles from Cheltenham

Non Profit Apartment

Pennsylvania Lowome Housing Corporation - Glenside

2 South Easton Rd
Glenside, PA - 19038
(215)576-7044
We Promote Solutions To The Shortage Of Homes, Both Rental And Owner Occupied, That Are Affordable To All Pennsylvanians, Especially Those With Low Incomes....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 1.85 miles from Cheltenham

Non Profit Apartment

Philip Murray House, II - Philadelphia

6302 Old York Road
Philadelphia, PA - 19141
(215) 927-7070
Philip Murray House, II is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Philip Murray House, II for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 2.04 miles from Cheltenham


Philip Murray House - Philadelphia

6300 Old York Road
Philadelphia, PA - 19141
(215) 927-7070
Philip Murray House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Philip Murray House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 2.10 miles from Cheltenham


Washington Lane Section 811 - Philadelphia

1200 East Washington Lane
Philadelphia, PA - 19138
(215) 581-0711
Washington Lane Section 811 is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Washington Lane Section 811 for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 2.33 miles from Cheltenham


Corinthian Square - Philadelphia

6201 Wister Street
Philadelphia, PA - 19138
(215) 438-6403
Corinthian Square is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Corinthian Square for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 2.38 miles from Cheltenham


Chandler S I L - Affordable Apartments - Philadelphia

419 Chandler Street
Philadelphia, PA - 19111
(215) 236-6994
Chandler S I L is a 6 unit low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Chandler S I L for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 2.60 miles from Cheltenham


Awbury View - Philadelphia

6320 Chew Avenue
Philadelphia, PA - 19138
(415) 433-2000
Awbury View is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Awbury View for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 2.84 miles from Cheltenham

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Magnolia Mews - Philadelphia

5915 Magnolia Street
Philadelphia, PA - 19144
(215) 843-8642
Magnolia Mews is a family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Magnolia Mews for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
Listing Location: 3.06 miles from Cheltenham


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Cheltenham, 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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