About This Property
East Penn Place offers 47 one-bedroom units in Emmaus, Pennsylvania, designed to serve families with low incomes. The property has been in service since 1994 and operates under a 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit structure. This non-profit-owned community is available to households meeting income eligibility requirements.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Lehigh County Housing Authority
Applicants complete a pre-application for the actual development where they want to live and are placed on a waiting list. LCHA has preferences for selecting applicants from the waiting list, including families displaced by government action, veterans, families living in units designated affordable paying more than 30% of their income towards rent, and people living, working or attending school in LCHA jurisdiction (excluding Allentown and Bethlehem).
Applicants apply with a pre-application and are placed on a waiting list. LCHA has preferences for selecting applicants from the waiting list, including families displaced by government action, veterans, families living in units designated affordable paying more than 30% of their income towards rent, and people living, working or attending school in LCHA jurisdiction (excluding Allentown and Bethlehem).
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 28, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Lehigh 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 | $972 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,137 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,426 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,821 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,900 |
Income Limits - Lehigh County, PA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,700
- Low (80%)
- $45,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $19,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,800
- Low (80%)
- $52,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $22,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,900
- Low (80%)
- $58,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,950
- Low (80%)
- $65,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,250
- Low (80%)
- $70,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,550
- Low (80%)
- $76,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,800
- Low (80%)
- $81,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $54,100
- Low (80%)
- $86,500
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,200 | $28,700 | $45,850 |
| 2 Persons | $19,650 | $32,800 | $52,400 |
| 3 Persons | $22,100 | $36,900 | $58,950 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $40,950 | $65,500 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $44,250 | $70,750 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $47,550 | $76,000 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $50,800 | $81,250 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $54,100 | $86,500 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Emmaus, PA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Lehigh County, PA is: $972 (Studio), $1137 (1BR), $1426 (2BR), $1821 (3BR), $1900 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like East Penn Place is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at East Penn Place?+
East Penn Place offers the following unit types: 47 One-Bedroom units, for a total of 47 units.
Who manages East Penn Place?+
East Penn Place is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
How do I apply for housing at East Penn Place?+
East Penn Place is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Lehigh County, PA?+
For a 4-person household in Lehigh County, PA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $40,950, Low Income (80% AMI): $65,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Who is eligible to live at East Penn Place?+
East Penn Place primarily serves families. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Is there a waitlist for East Penn Place?+
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 is the price range for apartments in Emmaus, PA?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Lehigh County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1137. Actual rent at East Penn Place may be lower for income-eligible households.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Very Walkable
Nearby Schools
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