Wister Townhouses LIHTCPB Section 8 Philadelphia, PA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Wister Townhouses is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Philadelphia, PA with 198 units reporting 77% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $429/month on average.
198
total units
77%
occupancy
$429
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 | 287 E Ashmead St, Philadelphia, PA 19144 Map → |
| Average household income | $17,854/yr |
| Average personal income | $6,685/yr |
| People per unit | 2.7 |
| Moved in within last year | 11% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 81% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 95% |
| One-bedroom share | 8% |
How to apply at Wister Townhouses
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 287 E Ashmead 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 (~$429/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Opportunities Towers I/ii LIHTCPB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 1.1 km |
| Opportunities for Aging Opp. Tower PB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 1.1 km |
| Opportunities Tower Ii PB Section 8 | Philadelphia | 1.1 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Wister Townhouses 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 Wister Townhouses?
Residents report average rents near $429/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 Wister Townhouses?
Contact the management office at 287 E Ashmead 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.