Emmaus, PA Low Income Housing

Emmaus, PA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Emmaus, PA

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Emmaus, 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 Emmaus, 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 Emmaus, Pennsylvania - Lehigh County

Studio Apartments $1,102
One Bedroom Apartments $1,396
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,789
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,875

List of Low Income Housing in or near Emmaus, PA

Ahepa Lehigh Chapter 60 Apartments - Allentown

1823-1849 Chapel Avenue
Allentown, PA - 18103
(610) 798-8320
Ahepa Lehigh Chapter 60 Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Ahepa Lehigh Chapter 60 Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lehigh County
Listing Location: 3.93 miles from Emmaus


Allentown House - Allentown

1827 Walnut Street
Allentown, PA - 18104
(610) 435-4131
Allentown House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Allentown House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lehigh County
Listing Location: 4.00 miles from Emmaus

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ahepa 60 - Senior Affordable Living Apartments - Allentown

1810 S. Albert Street
Allentown, PA - 18103
(610) 798-8320
Ahepa 60 Apartments is a Senior Affordable Living Community. They offer a Community Room, a Library and Reading Room, On Site Service Coordinators and Wellness Programs. If you are interested in renting at this location please contact them directly to obtain more detailed information. ...see full details
Lehigh County
Listing Location: 4.03 miles from Emmaus

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Episcopal House - Allentown

1440 Walnut Street
Allentown, PA - 18102
(610) 821-0311
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
Lehigh County
Listing Location: 4.13 miles from Emmaus


Episcopal House Apartments for Seniors - Allentown

1444 Walnut Street
Allentown, PA - 18102
(610) 821-0311
Income limits. Episcopal House apartment building consisting of 210 apartments, of which 15 are subsidized by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Section 202. It is owned by the Episcopal Housing of the Lehigh Valley, Inc., a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation ...see full details
Lehigh County
Listing Location: 4.15 miles from Emmaus


Phoebe Apartments - Allentown

1901 South Linden Street
Allentown, PA - 18104
(610) 794-6262
Phoebe Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Phoebe Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lehigh County
Listing Location: 4.16 miles from Emmaus

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Allentown Pennsylvania Suppor - Allentown

903-917 & 919-935 So. 5th Street
Allentown, PA - 18103
(215) 855-8700
Allentown Pennsylvania Suppor is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Allentown Pennsylvania Suppor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lehigh County
Listing Location: 4.20 miles from Emmaus

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Little Lehigh Manor - Allentown

824 Jackson Street
Allentown, PA - 18102
(610) 432-1710
Little Lehigh Manor offers low income one and 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: 9:00 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
Lehigh County
Listing Location: 4.41 miles from Emmaus

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

B'nai B'rith House - Allentown

1616 Liberty Street
Allentown, PA - 18102
(610) 821-0207
B'nai B'rith House is a Elderly low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact B'nai B'rith House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. One-bedroom apartments heat and air conditioning with individual controls, smoke detector and sprinklers, telephone secure entry system, no wax floors in baths and kitchens, and safety grab bars and walk-in doors in all bathtubs. Community amenities include smoke-free buildings, library areas, and coin-operated laundries. Numerous programs and activities. ...see full details
Lehigh County
Listing Location: 4.62 miles from Emmaus

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

South Sixth Street - Allentown

129 South Sixth Street
Allentown, PA - 18101
(610) 433-3111
South Sixth Street is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact South Sixth Street for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lehigh County
Listing Location: 4.62 miles from Emmaus

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Emmaus, 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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