Palmer House §202 Senior Wilkes Barre, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Palmer House is a Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) community in Wilkes Barre, PA with 28 units reporting 89% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $396/month on average.
28
total units
89%
occupancy
$396
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) |
|---|---|
| Address | 401 New Grove St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702 Map → |
| Average household income | $17,635/yr |
| Average personal income | $16,328/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 20% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 60% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Palmer House
Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
- Call or visit the management office at 401 New Grove St, Wilkes Barre; 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 (~$396/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hanover Village PB Section 8 | Hanover Township | 0.8 km |
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| Heritage Point Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | Wilkes-barre | 1.4 km |
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| Bnai Brith Apartments PB Section 8 | Wilkes Barre | 2 km |
| Sullivan Place LIHTC | Hanover Township | 2 km |
| Marion Terrace PB Section 8 | Hanover Township | 2.5 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Palmer House 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 Palmer House?
Residents report average rents near $396/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 Palmer House?
Contact the management office at 401 New Grove St in Wilkes Barre. 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.