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Centre County Housing Authority

Name: Centre County Housing Authority
Address: 121 Beaver Farm Ln, Bellefonte, PA, 16823, US
Telephone: 8143556965

121 Beaver Farm Ln, Bellefonte, PA, 16823

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 13 hr ago

About This Property

Centre County Housing Authority operates 695 units of public housing in Bellefonte, PA. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applications. The authority provides rental assistance options for eligible residents in Centre County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Preferences are given to victims of domestic violence, those who live and/or work in Centre County, the elderly, disabled, or homeless. Available units include three-bedroom at Beaver Farm Apartments and one-bedroom/efficiency for elderly/disabled at Crestside Terrace and Brockerhoff House. To apply, pick up an application in person at 602 E. Howard St., Bellefonte, PA 16823, and then mail or hand-deliver it within seven business days.

Last verified February 10, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

The program assists very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled; there is often a long waitlist, sometimes two years. Applications can be submitted online, in person at 121 Beaver Farm Lane, Bellefonte, PA 16823, or by phone.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

695

Fair Market Rent - Centre County, PA

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,122
1 Bedroom	$1,133
2 Bedroom	$1,317
3 Bedroom	$1,593
4 Bedroom	$1,754

Income Limits - Centre County, PA

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $18,450
Very Low (50%): $30,800
Low (80%): $49,250

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,100
Very Low (50%): $35,200
Low (80%): $56,250

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,750
Very Low (50%): $39,600
Low (80%): $63,300

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $43,950
Low (80%): $70,300

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $47,500
Low (80%): $75,950

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $51,000
Low (80%): $81,550

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $54,500
Low (80%): $87,200

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $58,050
Low (80%): $92,800

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$18,450	$30,800	$49,250
2 Persons	$21,100	$35,200	$56,250
3 Persons	$23,750	$39,600	$63,300
4 Persons	$26,500	$43,950	$70,300
5 Persons	$31,040	$47,500	$75,950
6 Persons	$35,580	$51,000	$81,550
7 Persons	$40,120	$54,500	$87,200
8 Persons	$44,660	$58,050	$92,800

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Bellefonte, PA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Centre County, PA is: $1122 (Studio), $1133 (1BR), $1317 (2BR), $1593 (3BR), $1754 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Centre County Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Centre County Housing Authority have?+

Centre County Housing Authority has a total of 695 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Centre County Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Centre County, PA?+

For a 4-person household in Centre County, PA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $43,950, Low Income (80% AMI): $70,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Centre County Housing Authority?+

Centre County Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8143556965, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

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