Liberty 52 Public Housing Philadelphia, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Liberty 52 is a Public Housing community in Philadelphia, PA with 24 units reporting 100% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $331/month on average.
24
total units
100%
occupancy
$331
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 5208 Poplar St, Philadelphia, PA 19131 Map → |
| Average household income | $13,538/yr |
| Average personal income | $12,996/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 100% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Liberty 52
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 5208 Poplar 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 (~$331/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Haddington Homes Public Housing | Philadelphia | 1.1 km |
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| Scattered Sites Public Housing | Philadelphia | 1.4 km |
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| Walnut Park Plaza LIHTC | Philadelphia | 2 km |
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| Monte Vista Apartments PB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 2 km |
| Partnership Preservation Init LIHTCPB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 2 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Liberty 52 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 Liberty 52?
Residents report average rents near $331/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 Liberty 52?
Contact the management office at 5208 Poplar 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.