About This Property
Sunbury Housing Authority operates 547 units of public housing in Sunbury, PA in Northumberland County. The public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are both currently open for applications. The housing authority serves residents seeking affordable rental options in the area.
Waitlist Information
Preferences include elderly, disabled, displaced by natural disaster, victims of domestic violence, or living, working, or attending school locally in Sunbury. Applications must be picked up and submitted in-person at the SHA office, and required documents include birth certificates, social security cards, proof of income, and photo IDs for adults.
Preferences include living and/or working in Sunbury, victim of domestic violence, elderly, disabled, or victim of natural disaster. The waiting list is open indefinitely or until 100 applications are received, and applications must be picked up and hand-delivered to the SHA office with required documents including birth certificates, social security cards, proof of all income, and photo IDs for all adult household members.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated November 12, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Northumberland 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 | $608 |
| 1 Bedroom | $688 |
| 2 Bedroom | $845 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,034 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,125 |
Income Limits - Northumberland County, PA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $23,000
- Low (80%)
- $36,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,300
- Low (80%)
- $42,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,600
- Low (80%)
- $47,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,850
- Low (80%)
- $52,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,500
- Low (80%)
- $56,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,150
- Low (80%)
- $61,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,750
- Low (80%)
- $65,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $43,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,400
- Low (80%)
- $69,400
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $13,800 | $23,000 | $36,800 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $26,300 | $42,050 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $29,600 | $47,300 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $32,850 | $52,550 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $35,500 | $56,800 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $38,150 | $61,000 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $40,750 | $65,200 |
| 8 Persons | $43,400 | $43,400 | $69,400 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Sunbury, PA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Northumberland County, PA is: $608 (Studio), $688 (1BR), $845 (2BR), $1034 (3BR), $1125 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Sunbury Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Sunbury Housing Authority have?+
Sunbury Housing Authority has a total of 547 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Sunbury Housing Authority?+
Sunbury Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5702868563, 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 Sunbury 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 Northumberland County, PA?+
For a 4-person household in Northumberland County, PA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $32,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $52,550. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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