Scottish Rite House PB Section 8 Philadelphia, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Scottish Rite House is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Philadelphia, PA with 125 units reporting 98% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $413/month on average.
125
total units
98%
occupancy
$413
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 1525 Fitzwater St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 Map → |
| Average household income | $17,452/yr |
| Average personal income | $16,378/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 7% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 82% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
| One-bedroom share | 96% |
How to apply at Scottish Rite House
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 1525 Fitzwater 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 (~$413/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Casa Enrico Farnese Casa Farnese PB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 0.8 km |
| John Fox Towers LIHTCPB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 1.4 km |
| Sidney Hillman Apts Aka John Fox to PB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 1.4 km |
| American Postal Workers House PB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 2 km |
| Spring Garden Towers PB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 2.2 km |
| Scattered Sites Public Housing | Philadelphia | 2.8 km |
| Tasker I Public Housing | Philadelphia | 2.8 km |
| Spring Garden Apartments Public Housing | Philadelphia | 2.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Scottish Rite House 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 Scottish Rite House?
Residents report average rents near $413/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 Scottish Rite House?
Contact the management office at 1525 Fitzwater 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.