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Westmoreland County Housing Authority

Name: Westmoreland County Housing Authority
Address: 167 S Greengate Rd, Greensburg, PA, 15601, US
Telephone: 7248327258

167 S Greengate Rd, Greensburg, PA, 15601

Information verified July 29, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 14 hr ago

About This Property

Westmoreland County Housing Authority provides 3,499 units of public housing in Greensburg, PA. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applications. The housing authority administers these programs to serve residents of Westmoreland County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened June 29, 2026

Apply: Multiple

Preferences include homeless, natural disaster victims, domestic violence victims, veterans, job training/higher education, and those displaced by government action; families with children, elderly, and disabled may also receive priority. Adults must pass a criminal history background screening. Applications can be picked up and hand-delivered at specific community sites; some senior residences require calling designated phone numbers, and an online application process may be available if an applicant's SSN is not found in the system.

Last verified July 22, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Closed January 31, 2023

The regular (non-preference) Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program waiting list closed effective midnight January 31, 2023. Active applicants on the waiting list as of that date will continue to be processed. The WCHA will give public notice when the waiting list is reopened.

Last verified July 25, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 29, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

3499

Fair Market Rent - Westmoreland 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	$917
1 Bedroom	$965
2 Bedroom	$1,161
3 Bedroom	$1,474
4 Bedroom	$1,605

Income Limits - Westmoreland County, PA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $17,850
Very Low (50%): $29,700
Low (80%): $47,500

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $20,400
Very Low (50%): $33,950
Low (80%): $54,300

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $22,950
Very Low (50%): $38,200
Low (80%): $61,100

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $42,400
Low (80%): $67,850

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $45,800
Low (80%): $73,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $49,200
Low (80%): $78,750

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $52,600
Low (80%): $84,150

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $56,000
Low (80%): $89,600

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$17,850	$29,700	$47,500
2 Persons	$20,400	$33,950	$54,300
3 Persons	$22,950	$38,200	$61,100
4 Persons	$26,500	$42,400	$67,850
5 Persons	$31,040	$45,800	$73,300
6 Persons	$35,580	$49,200	$78,750
7 Persons	$40,120	$52,600	$84,150
8 Persons	$44,660	$56,000	$89,600

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Westmoreland County, PA is: $917 (Studio), $965 (1BR), $1161 (2BR), $1474 (3BR), $1605 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Westmoreland County Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Westmoreland County Housing Authority have?+

Westmoreland County Housing Authority has a total of 3499 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Westmoreland County, PA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,400, Low Income (80% AMI): $67,850. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Westmoreland County Housing Authority?+

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.

How do I apply for housing at Westmoreland County Housing Authority?+

Westmoreland County Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7248327258, 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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