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Chester Housing Authority

1111 Avenue Of The States, Chester, PA, 19013

Information verified April 17, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 15 hr ago

About This Property

Chester Housing Authority operates 2,393 units of public housing in Chester, PA. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance through federally-funded programs in Delaware County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

CHA previously accepted online applications for site-based waiting lists for Chatham Senior Village and Wellington Senior and Family Developments; preferences include persons aged 62 or older for senior developments and first priority for transfers from other CHA public housing sites.

Last verified March 3, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is closed due to high utilization and sufficient applicants; eligibility includes income, household size, citizenship, and passing criminal screening, with debts to any housing authority and certain criminal convictions potentially leading to denial.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

2393

Fair Market Rent - Delaware 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	$1,303
1 Bedroom	$1,451
2 Bedroom	$1,737
3 Bedroom	$2,100
4 Bedroom	$2,422

Income Limits - Delaware County, PA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $19,850
Very Low (50%): $33,100
Low (80%): $52,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $22,700
Very Low (50%): $37,800
Low (80%): $60,500

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,550
Very Low (50%): $42,550
Low (80%): $68,050

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,350
Very Low (50%): $47,250
Low (80%): $75,600

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $51,050
Low (80%): $81,650

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $54,850
Low (80%): $87,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $58,600
Low (80%): $93,750

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $62,400
Low (80%): $99,800

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$19,850	$33,100	$52,950
2 Persons	$22,700	$37,800	$60,500
3 Persons	$25,550	$42,550	$68,050
4 Persons	$28,350	$47,250	$75,600
5 Persons	$31,040	$51,050	$81,650
6 Persons	$35,580	$54,850	$87,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$58,600	$93,750
8 Persons	$44,660	$62,400	$99,800

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Delaware County, PA is: $1303 (Studio), $1451 (1BR), $1737 (2BR), $2100 (3BR), $2422 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Chester Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Chester Housing Authority have?+

Chester Housing Authority has a total of 2393 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Chester Housing Authority?+

Chester Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6109041111, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Chester Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. 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 Delaware County, PA?+

For a 4-person household in Delaware County, PA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $28,350, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $47,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $75,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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