Washington Square Apts 236 PB Section 8 Wilkes Barre, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Washington Square Apts 236 is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Wilkes Barre, PA with 146 units reporting 94% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $499/month on average.
146
total units
94%
occupancy
$499
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 163 S Washington St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18701 Map → |
| Average household income | $22,810/yr |
| Average personal income | $21,585/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 8% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 38% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 74% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Washington Square Apts 236
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 163 S Washington St, Wilkes Barre; 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 (~$499/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
| Southeast Apartments Aka Sullivan P PB Section 8 | Hanover Township | 0.8 km |
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| Hanover Village PB Section 8 | Hanover Township | 2 km |
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| Temple Apartments PB Section 8 | Edwardsville | 2.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Washington Square Apts 236 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 Washington Square Apts 236?
Residents report average rents near $499/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 Washington Square Apts 236?
Contact the management office at 163 S Washington St in Wilkes Barre. 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.