Washington Square West LIHTCPB Section 8 Philadelphia, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Washington Square West is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Philadelphia, PA with 132 units reporting 96% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $363/month on average.
132
total units
96%
occupancy
$363
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) |
|---|---|
| Address | 220 S 11th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Map → |
| Average household income | $15,082/yr |
| Average personal income | $11,132/yr |
| People per unit | 1.4 |
| Moved in within last year | 6% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 89% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
| One-bedroom share | 77% |
How to apply at Washington Square West
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 220 S 11th 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 (~$363/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Washington Square West have?
Project-Based Section 8; 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 Washington Square West?
Residents report average rents near $363/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 West?
Contact the management office at 220 S 11th 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.