Akron, PA Low Income Housing

Akron, PA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Akron, PA

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Akron, 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 Akron, 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 Akron, Pennsylvania - Lancaster County

Studio Apartments $1,025
One Bedroom Apartments $1,286
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,631
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,728

List of Low Income Housing in or near Akron, PA

Cocalico Place - Ephrata

120 E Franklin St
Ephrata, PA - 17522
(562) 257-5100
Cocalico Place is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cocalico Place for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lancaster County
Listing Location: 2.00 miles from Akron

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Fairview Meadows - Lititz

50 Fairview Dr
Lititz, PA - 17543
717-581-4317
Fairview Meadows is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Fairview Meadows for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lancaster County
Listing Location: 5.78 miles from Akron

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Village Garden - Manheim

3001 Lititz Pike
Manheim, PA - 17601
(717) 569-9735
Village Garden is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Village Garden for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lancaster County
Listing Location: 6.22 miles from Akron

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Plum Tree Apartments - Lancaster

530 North Plum Street
Lancaster, PA - 17602
(717) 299-1278
Plum Tree is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Plum Tree for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lancaster County
Listing Location: 9.07 miles from Akron

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Garden Court Apartments - Lancaster

100 South Marshall Street
Lancaster, PA - 17602
(717) 299-2291
Garden Court Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Garden Court Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lancaster County
Listing Location: 9.57 miles from Akron

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lancaster House North Aka Prince Street Towers - Lancaster

335 N Prince St
Lancaster, PA - 17603
(717) 299-1278
Lancaster House North Aka Prince Street Towers is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lancaster House North Aka Prince Street Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lancaster County
Listing Location: 9.59 miles from Akron

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tabor Community Services, - Lancaster

308 East King St
Lancaster, PA - 17608
717-397-5182-120
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Services for Homeless Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Lancaster County
Listing Location: 9.60 miles from Akron


Lancaster House South - Lancaster

315 N Prince St
Lancaster, PA - 17603
717-299-1308
Lancaster House South is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lancaster House South for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lancaster County
Listing Location: 9.62 miles from Akron

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lancaster Housing Opportunity Partnership - Lancaster

44 N Christian St Ste 300
Lancaster, PA - 17602
(717)291-9945
TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE AND ACCESSIBLE HOUSING TO LOW AND MODERATE INCOME PERSONS AND TO PROMOTE THE PRODUCTION OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN LANCASTER CITY AND COUNTY...see full details
Lancaster County
Listing Location: 9.75 miles from Akron

Non Profit Apartment

Lancaster County Housing and Redevelopment Authorities - Lancaster

202 North Prince Street Suite 400
Lancaster, PA - 17603
(717) 394-0793
Lancaster County Housing and Redevelopment Authorities provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authorities directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of assistance, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Lancaster County
Listing Location: 9.75 miles from Akron


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Akron, 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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Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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