Port Penn, DE Low Income Housing

Port Penn, DE Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Port Penn, DE

How do I qualify for low income housing in Port Penn, DE?
To qualify for low income housing in Delaware, 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 Port Penn, DE

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Port Penn, DE, 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 Port Penn, DE. 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 Port Penn, Delaware - New Castle 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 Port Penn, DE

Harvest Point I & II - NJ - Salem

469 Grieves Parkway
Salem, NJ - 08079
(856) 935-5680
Harvest Point I & II offers 260 low income one, two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. 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
New Castle County
Listing Location: 7.06 miles from Port Penn


Middletown Trace Apartments - Middletown

67 New St
Middletown, DE - 19709
(302) 378-4611
Middletown Trace Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Middletown Trace Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
New Castle County
Listing Location: 8.17 miles from Port Penn

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

North Village - Middletown

400 N Catherine St
Middletown, DE - 19709
302-378-0878
North Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact North Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
New Castle County
Listing Location: 8.43 miles from Port Penn

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lakewood Apartments - Middletown

300 N Broad St
Middletown, DE - 19709
302-378-0878
Lakewood Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lakewood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
New Castle County
Listing Location: 8.65 miles from Port Penn

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cspnj Homes 2006 - Pennsville

24 Oberlin Road
Pennsville, NJ - 8070
(732) 866-4330
Cspnj Homes 2006 is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cspnj Homes 2006 for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
New Castle County
Listing Location: 8.78 miles from Port Penn

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Pennsville Towers - Pennsville Township

40 Eaton Rd
Pennsville Township, NJ - 08070
(856) 678-3300
Pennsville Towers offers low income 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 8:00 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
New Castle County
Listing Location: 9.21 miles from Port Penn

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Liberty Terrace - Newark

100 Liberty Terrace
Newark, DE - 19702
(302) 322-8953
Liberty Terrace is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Liberty Terrace for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
New Castle County
Listing Location: 9.82 miles from Port Penn

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cheltenham Apartments - NEWARK

1201 KINGSTOWN BUILDING
NEWARK, DE - 19702
(302) 322-6323
Chelten Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Chelten Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
New Castle County
Listing Location: 9.87 miles from Port Penn

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Spencer Apartments - New Castle

37 Fairhaven Ct
New Castle, DE - 19720
(302) 322-2949
Spencer Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Spencer Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
New Castle County
Listing Location: 9.91 miles from Port Penn

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

The Vinings at Christiana - Affordable Community - Newark

200 Vinings Way
Newark, DE - 19702
(302) 894-7478
Amenities: Relaxing Pool with Spacious Sundeck Energizing Fitness Center Business Center 24-Hour Emergency Service On-site Management Pet Friendly Large 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Floor Plans Washer and Dryer in Each Apartment Home Fully-equipped Kitchens with Generous Cabinet Space Over-sized Closet Space Private Patios and Balconies Extra Storage Available Short Term Leases Available ...see full details
New Castle County
Listing Location: 11.47 miles from Port Penn


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Port Penn, DE

  • 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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