Garfield Hts. Phase I Public Housing Pittsburgh, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Garfield Hts. Phase I is a Public Housing community in Pittsburgh, PA with 50 units reporting 94% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $527/month on average.
50
total units
94%
occupancy
$527
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 260 Fern St, Pittsburgh, PA 15224 Map → |
| Average household income | $28,527/yr |
| Average personal income | $9,121/yr |
| People per unit | 3.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 6% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 57% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 87% |
How to apply at Garfield Hts. Phase I
Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
- Call or visit the management office at 260 Fern St, 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 (~$527/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
| Larimer/east Liberty Phase Ii LIHTCPB Section 8 | Pittsburgh | 0.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Garfield Hts. Phase I have?
Public Housing. Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
How much is rent at Garfield Hts. Phase I?
Residents report average rents near $527/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 Garfield Hts. Phase I?
Contact the management office at 260 Fern St 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.