Haddington Elderly PB Section 8 Philadelphia, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Haddington Elderly is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Philadelphia, PA with 135 units reporting 98% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $365/month on average.
135
total units
98%
occupancy
$365
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 5600 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 Map → |
| Average household income | $15,245/yr |
| Average personal income | $15,014/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 8% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 92% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Haddington Elderly
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 5600 Race St, Philadelphia; 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 (~$365/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Scattered Sites Public Housing | Philadelphia | 0.8 km |
| Haddington Townhouses PB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 1.1 km |
| Walnut Park Plaza LIHTC | Philadelphia | 1.7 km |
| Mt Olivet LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing | Philadelphia | 1.7 km |
| Partnership Preservation Init LIHTCPB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 1.7 km |
| Stephen Smith Towers PB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 2 km |
| Monte Vista Apartments PB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 2.8 km |
| Sarah Allen Elderly Housing Lp PB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 2.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Haddington Elderly 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 Haddington Elderly?
Residents report average rents near $365/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 Haddington Elderly?
Contact the management office at 5600 Race St in Philadelphia. 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.