How many low income apartments are in Mt Pocono, PA?

HUD administrative data tracks 3 subsidized properties in Mt Pocono with approximately 120 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Mt Pocono?

Most assisted households in Mt Pocono pay roughly 30% of adjusted income toward rent under federal programs.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Mt Pocono?

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 Mt Pocono?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Monroe County: about $1,165/mo for one-bedroom and $1,529/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Mt Pocono, PA

There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Mt Pocono with roughly 120 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data.

assisted properties

120

subsidized units

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typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Mt Pocono

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Mt Pocono

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Knob Crest LIHTCPB Section 8	41	—	—
Limekiln Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Belmont Knoll LIHTCPB Section 8	39	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Mt Pocono (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
Knob Crest LIHTCPB Section 8	41	—	—
Limekiln Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Belmont Knoll LIHTCPB Section 8	39	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Monroe County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Monroe County: studio $1,085, 1-BR $1,165, 2-BR $1,529, 3-BR $1,974, 4-BR $2,203.

Full FMR table for Monroe County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Mt Pocono

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.