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Adams High Rise Apartments

Name: Adams High Rise Apartments
Address: 408 Adams Ave, Scranton, PA, 18510, US
Telephone: 5703484402
Rating: 81

408 Adams Ave, Scranton, PA, 18510

Information verified October 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Adams High Rise Apartments is a public housing development in Scranton, PA offering 29 units with rent at $269 per month. The property includes 26 accessible units designed to accommodate residents with mobility needs. This development serves Lackawanna County residents seeking affordable rental housing.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Scranton Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Currently accepting applications for Four (4) Bedroom Apartments only. Preferences include involuntarily displaced from home due to fire, disaster, or government action, or a single/two-parent household residing in Scranton where the head of household or spouse works a minimum of 30 hours per week in Scranton. Applications are placed on the waiting list by preference category and then by the date and time of submission.

Last verified October 16, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Preferences include elderly, disabled, working, involuntarily displaced, or a single/two-parent household residing in Scranton where the head of household or spouse works a minimum of 30 hours per week in Scranton.

Last verified September 2, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated October 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Rent/Month

$269

Accessible Units

HUD Inspection Score

Good

Inspected November 2019

HUD inspects properties on a 0-100 scale. Scores above 60 are considered passing.

Fair Market Rent - Lackawanna 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	$730
1 Bedroom	$854
2 Bedroom	$1,039
3 Bedroom	$1,343
4 Bedroom	$1,464

Income Limits - Lackawanna County, PA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $14,850
Very Low (50%): $24,750
Low (80%): $39,550

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $28,250
Low (80%): $45,200

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $31,800
Low (80%): $50,850

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $35,300
Low (80%): $56,500

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $38,150
Low (80%): $61,050

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $40,950
Low (80%): $65,550

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $43,800
Low (80%): $70,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $46,600
Low (80%): $74,600

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$14,850	$24,750	$39,550
2 Persons	$17,420	$28,250	$45,200
3 Persons	$21,960	$31,800	$50,850
4 Persons	$26,500	$35,300	$56,500
5 Persons	$31,040	$38,150	$61,050
6 Persons	$35,580	$40,950	$65,550
7 Persons	$40,120	$43,800	$70,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$46,600	$74,600

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent at Adams High Rise Apartments?+

The estimated rent at Adams High Rise Apartments is $269 per month. Actual rent may vary based on unit size, income level, and subsidy. Contact the property directly for current pricing.

How many units does Adams High Rise Apartments have?+

Adams High Rise Apartments has a total of 29 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Adams High Rise Apartments?+

Adams High Rise Apartments is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 5703484402, 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.

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

For a 4-person household in Lackawanna County, PA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $35,300, Low Income (80% AMI): $56,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Adams High Rise Apartments?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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 is the HUD inspection score for Adams High Rise Apartments?+

Adams High Rise Apartments has a HUD inspection score of 81 out of 100, which is considered good. HUD inspects subsidized housing properties to ensure they meet minimum health and safety standards. Scores of 60 or above are considered passing.

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