Holmecrest Apartments Public Housing Philadelphia, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Holmecrest Apartments is a Public Housing community in Philadelphia, PA with 84 units reporting 93% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $311/month on average.
84
total units
93%
occupancy
$311
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 4200 Welsh Ct, Philadelphia, PA 19136 Map → |
| Average household income | $14,359/yr |
| Average personal income | $13,494/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 5% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 90% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 99% |
| One-bedroom share | 96% |
How to apply at Holmecrest Apartments
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 4200 Welsh Ct, 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 (~$311/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Holmecrest Apartments 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 Holmecrest Apartments?
Residents report average rents near $311/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 Holmecrest Apartments?
Contact the management office at 4200 Welsh Ct 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.