Penn Terrace Apts. PB Section 8 Independence, KS
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Penn Terrace Apts. is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Independence, KS with 99 units reporting 88% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $433/month on average.
99
total units
88%
occupancy
$433
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 401 S Penn Ave, Independence, KS 67301 Map → |
| Average household income | $18,591/yr |
| Average personal income | $17,058/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 21% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 52% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 91% |
| One-bedroom share | 94% |
How to apply at Penn Terrace Apts.
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 401 S Penn Ave, Independence; 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 (~$433/mo average here).
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Penn Terrace Apts. 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 Penn Terrace Apts.?
Residents report average rents near $433/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 Penn Terrace Apts.?
Contact the management office at 401 S Penn Ave in Independence. 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.