Somerset Towers PB Section 8 Somerset, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Somerset Towers is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Somerset, PA with 87 units reporting 94% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $401/month on average.
87
total units
94%
occupancy
$401
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 126 W Church St, Somerset, PA 15501 Map → |
| Average household income | $17,155/yr |
| Average personal income | $16,577/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 19% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 63% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 93% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Somerset 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 126 W Church St, Somerset; 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 (~$401/mo average here).
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- Village at Brierwood Iv LIHTCPB Section 8
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rockwood Senior Housing LIHTCPB Section 8 | Rockwood | 11.6 km |
| Rockwood Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8 | Rockwood | 12 km |
← All subsidized housing in Somerset
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Somerset 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 Somerset Towers?
Residents report average rents near $401/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 Somerset Towers?
Contact the management office at 126 W Church St in Somerset. 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.