How many low income apartments are in Pittsburg, KS?

HUD administrative data tracks 12 subsidized properties in Pittsburg with approximately 738 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Pittsburg?

Tenant-paid rents in Pittsburg's assisted buildings typically range from about $347 to $391 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 Pittsburg?

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 Pittsburg?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Crawford County: about $687/mo for one-bedroom and $901/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Pittsburg, KS

There are 12 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Pittsburg with roughly 738 assisted units — including 11 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 8 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $347 to $391 per month.

assisted properties

738

subsidized units

$369

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Pittsburg

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Pittsburg

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Riverstone Sycamore Village Lp PB Section 8	128	$351	—
Sycamore Village LIHTCPB Section 8	128	—	—
Knights of Columbus Tower PB Section 8	89	$347	—
Highland Meadows LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Highland Meadows of Kansas PB Section 8	80	$391	—
Remington Square Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Besse Hotel LIHTCPB Section 8	46	—	—
Stilwell Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Pittsburg Heights LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Pittsburg Highlands LIHTCPB Section 8	25	—	—
Pittsburg Seniors LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Mhak-cmi §811	10	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Pittsburg (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
Riverstone Sycamore Village Lp PB Section 8	128	$351	—
Sycamore Village LIHTCPB Section 8	128	—	—
Knights of Columbus Tower PB Section 8	89	$347	—
Highland Meadows LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Highland Meadows of Kansas PB Section 8	80	$391	—
Remington Square Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Besse Hotel LIHTCPB Section 8	46	—	—
Stilwell Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Pittsburg Heights LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Pittsburg Highlands LIHTCPB Section 8	25	—	—
Pittsburg Seniors LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Crawford County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Crawford County: studio $682, 1-BR $687, 2-BR $901, 3-BR $1,253, 4-BR $1,511.

Full FMR table for Crawford County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Pittsburg

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.