Queen Esther/lanvale Towers PB Section 8 Baltimore, MD
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Queen Esther/lanvale Towers is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Baltimore, MD with 288 units reporting 98% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $355/month on average.
288
total units
98%
occupancy
$355
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 1320 E Lafayette Ave, Baltimore, MD 21213 Map → |
| Average household income | $15,311/yr |
| Average personal income | $8,236/yr |
| People per unit | 1.9 |
| Moved in within last year | 11% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 86% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
| One-bedroom share | 52% |
How to apply at Queen Esther/lanvale Towers
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 1320 E Lafayette Ave, Baltimore; 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 (~$355/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waters Tower Apts LIHTC | Baltimore | 1.1 km |
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| Johnston Square Ii LIHTC | Baltimore | 1.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Queen Esther/lanvale Towers 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 Queen Esther/lanvale Towers?
Residents report average rents near $355/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 Queen Esther/lanvale Towers?
Contact the management office at 1320 E Lafayette Ave in Baltimore. 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.