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Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville

Name: Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville
Address: 410 Laurel Blvd, Pottsville, PA, 17901, US
Telephone: 5706282702

410 Laurel Blvd, Pottsville, PA, 17901

Information verified July 28, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 9 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville operates 880 units of public housing in Pottsville, PA within Schuylkill County. The public housing waitlist is currently closed, while the Section 8 waitlist remains open for applications.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

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The waiting list is currently accepting applications for families and senior/disabled individuals and is open until further notice. Preferences are given to those involuntarily displaced, city workers, those in job or educational training, elderly, disabled, veterans, victims of domestic violence or hate crimes, and City Residency.

Last verified February 11, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Closed April 30, 2025

The demand for housing assistance far exceeds the funding provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. There are currently hundreds of people on PHA’s Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list. An announcement will be made when the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list re-opens. PHA announces wait list openings via a public notice, its website www.pottsvillehousing.net, social media, and press releases.

Last verified June 24, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 28, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

880

Fair Market Rent - Schuylkill 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	$663
1 Bedroom	$663
2 Bedroom	$858
3 Bedroom	$1,129
4 Bedroom	$1,203

Income Limits - Schuylkill County, PA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $14,350
Very Low (50%): $23,950
Low (80%): $38,300

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $27,400
Low (80%): $43,800

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $30,800
Low (80%): $49,250

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $34,200
Low (80%): $54,700

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $36,950
Low (80%): $59,100

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $39,700
Low (80%): $63,500

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $42,450
Low (80%): $67,850

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $45,150
Low (80%): $72,250

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$14,350	$23,950	$38,300
2 Persons	$17,420	$27,400	$43,800
3 Persons	$21,960	$30,800	$49,250
4 Persons	$26,500	$34,200	$54,700
5 Persons	$31,040	$36,950	$59,100
6 Persons	$35,580	$39,700	$63,500
7 Persons	$40,120	$42,450	$67,850
8 Persons	$44,660	$45,150	$72,250

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Schuylkill County, PA is: $663 (Studio), $663 (1BR), $858 (2BR), $1129 (3BR), $1203 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville have?+

Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville has a total of 880 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville?+

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

For a 4-person household in Schuylkill County, PA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $34,200, Low Income (80% AMI): $54,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville?+

Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5706282702, 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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