How many low income apartments are in Chester Township, PA?

HUD administrative data tracks 3 subsidized properties in Chester Township with approximately 130 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Chester Township?

Tenant-paid rents in Chester Township's assisted buildings typically range from about $433 to $588 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 Chester Township?

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 Chester Township?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Delaware County: about $1,520/mo for one-bedroom and $1,810/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Chester Township, PA

There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Chester Township with roughly 130 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 3 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $433 to $588 per month. Median reported wait: about 44 months.

assisted properties

130

subsidized units

$511

typical rent

44 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Chester Township

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Chester Township

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Delaware County Fairgrounds Iv LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing	51	$575	36 mo
Delaware County Fairgrounds Ii LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing	41	$588	62 mo
Delaware County Fairgrounds Iii LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing	38	$433	44 mo

Section 8 apartments in Chester Township (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
Delaware County Fairgrounds Iv LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing	51	$575	36 mo
Delaware County Fairgrounds Ii LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing	41	$588	62 mo
Delaware County Fairgrounds Iii LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing	38	$433	44 mo

Voucher rent limits: Delaware County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Delaware County: studio $1,397, 1-BR $1,520, 2-BR $1,810, 3-BR $2,170, 4-BR $2,423.

Full FMR table for Delaware County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Chester Township

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.