Richard Allen Homes LIHTCPublic Housing Philadelphia, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Richard Allen Homes is a Public Housing community in Philadelphia, PA with 150 units reporting 89% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $526/month on average.
150
total units
89%
occupancy
$526
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) |
|---|---|
| Address | 801 N 10th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123 Map → |
| Average household income | $27,864/yr |
| Average personal income | $8,544/yr |
| People per unit | 3.3 |
| Moved in within last year | 7% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 68% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 84% |
| One-bedroom share | 4% |
How to apply at Richard Allen Homes
LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
- Call or visit the management office at 801 N 10th St, Philadelphia; 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 (~$526/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
| Spring Garden Apartments Public Housing | Philadelphia | 1.1 km |
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| Fair Share Northgate Ii PB Section 8 | Camden | 3.4 km |
| Northgate Ii LIHTC | Camden | 3.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Richard Allen Homes have?
Public Housing; Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC). LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
How much is rent at Richard Allen Homes?
Residents report average rents near $526/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 Richard Allen Homes?
Contact the management office at 801 N 10th St in Philadelphia. 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.