University Square Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 Philadelphia, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD LIHTC 2024
University Square Apartments is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) community in Philadelphia, PA with 442 units. Rents are set relative to household income.
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Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Project-Based Section 8 |
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| Address | 3901 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Map → |
| Tax-credit (LI) units | 441 |
| Placed in service | 2019 |
How to apply at University Square Apartments
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 3901 Market 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.
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Scattered Sites Public Housing | Philadelphia | 0.8 km |
| Mt Olivet LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing | Philadelphia | 0.8 km |
| Scattered Sites Public Housing | Philadelphia | 1.7 km |
| Riverside Presbyterian PB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 1.7 km |
| Riverside Senior Apts LIHTC | Philadelphia | 1.7 km |
| Scattered Sites Public Housing | Philadelphia | 2 km |
| John Fox Towers LIHTCPB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 2 km |
| Sidney Hillman Apts Aka John Fox to PB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 2 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does University Square Apartments have?
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC); Project-Based Section 8. 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 University Square Apartments?
Rents are income-based: expect to pay roughly 30% of adjusted monthly household income under the building's federal program.
How do I apply at University Square Apartments?
Contact the management office at 3901 Market 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.