Highland Terrace Housing for the El §202 Senior New Castle, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Highland Terrace Housing for the El is a Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) community in New Castle, PA with 34 units reporting 97% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $432/month on average.
34
total units
97%
occupancy
$432
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) |
|---|---|
| Address | 111 W Fairmont Ave, New Castle, PA 16105 Map → |
| Average household income | $20,000/yr |
| Average personal income | $20,000/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 15% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 42% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 97% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Highland Terrace Housing for the El
Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
- Call or visit the management office at 111 W Fairmont Ave, New Castle; 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 (~$432/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pmh Iii §811 | New Castle | 1.4 km |
| Sheridan Place North Jefferson Apa PB Section 8 | New Castle | 2.2 km |
| Hables Project LIHTCPB Section 8 | New Castle | 2.2 km |
| Allied Community Living, Inc. §811 | New Castle | 3.3 km |
| Shenango Treetops for the Elderly, §202 Senior | New Castle | 3.7 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Highland Terrace Housing for the El have?
Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing). Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
How much is rent at Highland Terrace Housing for the El?
Residents report average rents near $432/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 Highland Terrace Housing for the El?
Contact the management office at 111 W Fairmont Ave in New Castle. 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.