Dauphin, PA Low Income Housing

Dauphin, PA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Dauphin, PA

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

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

Studio Apartments $975
One Bedroom Apartments $1,228
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,570
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,650

List of Low Income Housing in or near Dauphin, PA

Advantage Credit Counseling Service - Harrisburg

2000 Linglestown Road
Harrisburg, PA - 17110
888-511-2227
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 Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Dauphin County
Listing Location: 4.18 miles from Dauphin


Pheasant Hill - Harrisburg

4400 Pheasant Hill Road
Harrisburg, PA - 17110
(717) 657-3135
Pheasant Hill is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Pheasant Hill for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dauphin County
Listing Location: 4.50 miles from Dauphin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Fair Housing Council Of The Capital Region, - Harrisburg

2100 North 6th Street
Harrisburg, PA - 17110
717-238-9540
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops 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 Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish Vietnamese...see full details
Dauphin County
Listing Location: 6.26 miles from Dauphin


Laurel Towers - Harrisburg

1525 North Third Street
Harrisburg, PA - 17102
(717) 233-1340
Laurel Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Laurel Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dauphin County
Listing Location: 6.80 miles from Dauphin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cumberland Court - Harrisburg

518 Cumberland Court
Harrisburg, PA - 17102
(717) 695-4209
Cumberland Court is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cumberland Court for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dauphin County
Listing Location: 7.01 miles from Dauphin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Linden Terrace - Harrisburg

1201 Front Street
Harrisburg, PA - 17102
(717) 232-4454
Linden Terrace offers low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Office Hours: M-F 9 am - 5 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
Dauphin County
Listing Location: 7.07 miles from Dauphin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Harmony Tower Low Income Apartments - Harrisburg

322 North Second Street
Harrisburg, PA - 17101
(445) 202-6374
Presbyterian Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division).     Pet friendly        Utilities Paid Amenities:     Adult Day Services        Skilled Nursing        Senior Living        Respite Care        Transitional Care        Memory Support           Onsite Maintenance and Management        Onsite Laundry        Library        Exercise Room        Wellness Programs        Private Courtyard        Restaurant Onsite        Pre-wired for Phone and Cable TV        Supportive Services Coordination        Handrails        Individually controlled heating and air conditioning        Wheelchair Accessibility        Elevator Access            Emergency Pull Cords            Fully Equipped Kitchen Contact Presbyterian Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Dauphin County
Listing Location: 7.53 miles from Dauphin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency - Harrisburg

211 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA - 17101
(717) 780-3994
Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dauphin County
Listing Location: 7.67 miles from Dauphin


Susquehanna View - Camp Hill

208 Senate Ave
Camp Hill, PA - 17011
717-763-1184
Susquehanna View is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Susquehanna View for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dauphin County
Listing Location: 7.70 miles from Dauphin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Edison Village - Harrisburg

101 South 18th Street
Harrisburg, PA - 17104
(717) 232-0564
Edison Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Edison Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dauphin County
Listing Location: 7.77 miles from Dauphin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Dauphin, 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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