How many low income apartments are in Pittston, PA?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Pittston with approximately 801 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Pittston?

Tenant-paid rents in Pittston's assisted buildings typically range from about $342 to $441 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 Pittston?

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 Pittston?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Luzerne County: about $1,028/mo for one-bedroom and $1,252/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Pittston, PA

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Pittston with roughly 801 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $342 to $441 per month. Median reported wait: about 12 months.

assisted properties

801

subsidized units

$392

typical rent

12 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Pittston

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Pittston

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Ecumenical Senior Housing LIHTCPB Section 8	316	—	—
Riverview Manor-infantino Towers Public Housing	190	$441	12 mo
Anthracite Apts PB Section 8	120	$342	—
Riverview Manor-infantino Towers Public Housing	112	$378	12 mo
Steeple View LIHTCPB Section 8	35	—	—
Lincoln Heights LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Pittston (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
Ecumenical Senior Housing LIHTCPB Section 8	316	—	—
Anthracite Apts PB Section 8	120	$342	—
Steeple View LIHTCPB Section 8	35	—	—
Lincoln Heights LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—

Public housing developments in Pittston

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Riverview Manor-infantino Towers Public Housing	190	$441	12 mo
Riverview Manor-infantino Towers Public Housing	112	$378	12 mo

Voucher rent limits: Luzerne County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Luzerne County: studio $863, 1-BR $1,028, 2-BR $1,252, 3-BR $1,631, 4-BR $1,766.

Full FMR table for Luzerne County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Pittston

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.