Petersburg, PA Low Income Housing

Petersburg, PA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Petersburg, PA

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

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

Studio Apartments $680
One Bedroom Apartments $821
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,054
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,242

List of Low Income Housing in or near Petersburg, PA

Marshall Deforrest Apartments - Huntingdon

900 Mifflin Street
Huntingdon, PA - 16652
(814) 643-2201
Marshall Deforrest Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Marshall Deforrest Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Huntingdon County
Listing Location: 6.07 miles from Petersburg

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Huntingdon Area Habitat For Humanity - Huntingdon

PO Box 26
Huntingdon, PA - 16652
(229)924-6935
Habitat For Humanity Is A Nonprofit, Ecumenical Christian Housing Ministry Dedicated To Eliminating Substandard Housing And Homelessness Worldwide And To Making Adequate, Affordable Shelter A Matter Of Conscience And Action. Habitat Invites People From All Faiths And Walks Of Life To Work Together In Partnership, Building Houses With Families In Need....see full details
Huntingdon County
Listing Location: 6.77 miles from Petersburg

Non Profit Apartment

Tyrone Elderly - Tyrone

2 West 11th Street
Tyrone, PA - 16686
(814) 684-2817
Tyrone Elderly is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Tyrone Elderly for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Huntingdon County
Listing Location: 12.06 miles from Petersburg

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tyrone Townhouses - Tyrone

2 East 15th Street
Tyrone, PA - 16686
(814) 684-5404
Tyrone Townhouses offers low income two, three and four 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 8 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
Huntingdon County
Listing Location: 12.17 miles from Petersburg

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Washington Terrace - Tyrone

400 Washington Ave
Tyrone, PA - 16686
(814) 684-0305
Washington Terrace is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Washington Terrace for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Huntingdon County
Listing Location: 12.35 miles from Petersburg

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Bell Mansion Apartments - Bellwood

617 Stadium Dr
Bellwood, PA - 16617
(814) 742-1210
Bell Mansion Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Bell Mansion Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Huntingdon County
Listing Location: 15.09 miles from Petersburg

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Habitat For Humanity International - State College

Psu Hfh 228 S Barnard
State College, PA - 16801
(229)924-6935
Habitat For Humanity Is A Nonprofit, Ecumenical Christian Housing Ministry Dedicated To Eliminating Substandard Housing And Homelessness Worldwide And To Making Adequate, Affordable Shelter A Matter Of Conscience And Action. Habitat Invites People From All Faiths And Walks Of Life To Work Together In Partnership, Building Houses With Families In Need....see full details
Huntingdon County
Listing Location: 17.80 miles from Petersburg

Non Profit Apartment

Cherry Grove - Altoona

400 East Walnut Avenue
Altoona, PA - 16601
(814) 944-6385
Cherry Grove is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cherry Grove for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Huntingdon County
Listing Location: 18.29 miles from Petersburg

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Marian House Manor - Altoona

1408 Fourth Avenue
Altoona, PA - 16602
(814) 942-5018
Marian House Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Marian House Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Huntingdon County
Listing Location: 18.79 miles from Petersburg

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mount Nittany Residences - State College

301 Rolling Ridge Dr
State College, PA - 16801
814-234-1323
Mount Nittany Residences is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mount Nittany Residences for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Huntingdon County
Listing Location: 18.79 miles from Petersburg

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Petersburg, 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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