How many low income apartments are in Lancaster, NY?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Lancaster with approximately 265 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Lancaster?

Tenant-paid rents in Lancaster's assisted buildings typically range from about $397 to $454 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 Lancaster?

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 Lancaster?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Erie County: about $1,139/mo for one-bedroom and $1,343/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Lancaster, NY

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Lancaster with roughly 265 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $397 to $454 per month.

assisted properties

265

subsidized units

$426

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Lancaster

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Lancaster Towers LIHTCPB Section 8	155	$446	—
Townview Apts §202 Senior	50	$454	—
Colonial Meadows LIHTC	24	—	—
Independent Housing Opportunities §811	17	$397	—
Walden Ave Residence PB Section 8	7	—	—
Birch Housing Corp. §811	6	—	—
Redwood Housing Corp §811	6	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Lancaster (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
Lancaster Towers LIHTCPB Section 8	155	$446	—
Walden Ave Residence PB Section 8	7	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Lancaster

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Colonial Meadows LIHTC	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Erie County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Erie County: studio $1,105, 1-BR $1,139, 2-BR $1,343, 3-BR $1,640, 4-BR $1,869.

Full FMR table for Erie County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Lancaster

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.