Hereford, PA Low Income Housing

Hereford, PA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Hereford, PA

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

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

Studio Apartments $894
One Bedroom Apartments $1,136
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,422
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,526

List of Low Income Housing in or near Hereford, PA

Pennsburg Commons - Pennsburg

998 East 10th Street
Pennsburg, PA - 18073
(215) 660-0106
Pennsburg Commons offers 50 low income three 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: T & F 8:30 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
Berks County
Listing Location: 5.40 miles from Hereford


Upper Perkiomen Manor - Red Hill

107 E 5th St
Red Hill, PA - 18076
(610) 489-4580
Upper Perkiomen Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Upper Perkiomen Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Berks County
Listing Location: 6.18 miles from Hereford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Heilman House - Topton

One S Home Ave
Topton, PA - 19562
610-682-1450
Heilman House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Heilman House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Berks County
Listing Location: 8.68 miles from Hereford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Luther Meadows - Topton

1 S Home Ave
Topton, PA - 19562
717-682-1533
Luther Meadows is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Luther Meadows for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Berks County
Listing Location: 8.68 miles from Hereford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hillcrest Village - Boyertown

253 Montgomery Ave
Boyertown, PA - 19512
610-369-0202
Hillcrest Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hillcrest Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Berks County
Listing Location: 9.07 miles from Hereford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Grundy House - Quakertown

1611 Park Ave
Quakertown, PA - 18951
215-538-1220
Grundy House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Grundy House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Berks County
Listing Location: 10.29 miles from Hereford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

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
Berks County
Listing Location: 10.55 miles from Hereford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

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
Berks County
Listing Location: 10.64 miles from Hereford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

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
Berks County
Listing Location: 10.70 miles from Hereford


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
Berks County
Listing Location: 10.77 miles from Hereford


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Hereford, 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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