Methodist Towers, Inc PB Section 8 Erie, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Methodist Towers, Inc is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Erie, PA with 57 units reporting 96% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $337/month on average.
57
total units
96%
occupancy
$337
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 160 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16501 Map → |
| Average household income | $14,120/yr |
| Average personal income | $14,120/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 4% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 84% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Methodist Towers, Inc
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 160 W 8th St, Erie; 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 (~$337/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
| Mid City Towers PB Section 8 | Erie | 0.8 km |
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| Pennsylvanian LIHTCPB Section 8 | Erie | 0.8 km |
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| North Coast Place Apartments §811 | Erie | 1.1 km |
| Villa Maria Pres LIHTCPB Section 8 | Erie | 1.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Methodist Towers, Inc 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 Methodist Towers, Inc?
Residents report average rents near $337/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 Methodist Towers, Inc?
Contact the management office at 160 W 8th St in Erie. 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.