How many low income apartments are in Butler, PA?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Butler with approximately 669 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Butler?

Tenant-paid rents in Butler's assisted buildings typically range from about $317 to $467 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Butler?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Butler?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Butler County: about $1,077/mo for one-bedroom and $1,299/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Butler, PA

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Butler with roughly 669 assisted units — including 9 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $317 to $467 per month.

assisted properties

669

subsidized units

$392

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Butler

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Butler

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Greenview Gardens Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	136	—	—
Greenview Gardens Apts. LIHTCPB Section 8	122	$360	—
Butler Arbors PB Section 8	119	$433	—
Historic Lafayette Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	59	—	—
Park Manor PB Section 8	50	$450	—
Thompson Greene LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Old Plank Estates Phase Ii PB Section 8	48	$317	—
Sunbury Fields PB Section 8	36	$467	—
Alameda Gardens §202 Senior	25	$455	—
Under Our Wing Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Butler (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Greenview Gardens Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	136	—	—
Greenview Gardens Apts. LIHTCPB Section 8	122	$360	—
Butler Arbors PB Section 8	119	$433	—
Historic Lafayette Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	59	—	—
Park Manor PB Section 8	50	$450	—
Thompson Greene LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Old Plank Estates Phase Ii PB Section 8	48	$317	—
Sunbury Fields PB Section 8	36	$467	—
Under Our Wing Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Butler County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Butler County: studio $1,001, 1-BR $1,077, 2-BR $1,299, 3-BR $1,661, 4-BR $1,789.

Full FMR table for Butler County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Butler

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.