Douglas Plaza Apartments PB Section 8 Pittsburgh, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Douglas Plaza Apartments is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Pittsburgh, PA with 181 units reporting 97% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $333/month on average.
181
total units
97%
occupancy
$333
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 2407 Laketon Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15221 Map → |
| Average household income | $14,155/yr |
| Average personal income | $14,155/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 11% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 94% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 99% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Douglas Plaza Apartments
Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
- Call or visit the management office at 2407 Laketon Rd, Pittsburgh; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$333/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Second East Hills Phase Iii LIHTCPB Section 8 | Pittsburgh | 0.8 km |
| Prestigious Hills PB Section 8 | Pittsburgh | 0.8 km |
| Second East Hills Phase Ii LIHTCPB Section 8 | Pittsburgh | 0.8 km |
| Second East Hills Phase I LIHTC | Pittsburgh | 1.4 km |
| East Hills Park Apts LIHTC | Pittsburgh | 1.4 km |
| East Hills West Aka Maple Ridge Apa PB Section 8 | Pittsburgh | 1.4 km |
| Penn Arbors PB Section 8 | Pittsburgh | 1.7 km |
| Highland Manor Apts Iii LIHTCPB Section 8 | Penn Hills | 2 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Douglas Plaza Apartments have?
Project-Based Section 8. Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
How much is rent at Douglas Plaza Apartments?
Residents report average rents near $333/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Douglas Plaza Apartments?
Contact the management office at 2407 Laketon Rd in Pittsburgh. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.