Phyllis Wheatley, Ywca Public Housing Washington, DC
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Phyllis Wheatley, Ywca is a Public Housing community in Washington, DC with 76 units reporting 79% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $323/month on average.
76
total units
79%
occupancy
$323
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 901 Rhode Island Ave NW Unit 11, Washington, DC 20001 Map → |
| Average household income | $13,265/yr |
| Average personal income | $13,265/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 91% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Phyllis Wheatley, Ywca
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 901 Rhode Island Ave NW Unit 11, Washington; 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 (~$323/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Claridge Towers Public Housing | Washington | 0.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Phyllis Wheatley, Ywca 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 Phyllis Wheatley, Ywca?
Residents report average rents near $323/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 Phyllis Wheatley, Ywca?
Contact the management office at 901 Rhode Island Ave NW Unit 11 in Washington. 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.