Section 8 Housing in Philadelphia, PA

Find affordable rental properties that accept housing vouchers in Philadelphia. Browse 15,840+ verified Section 8 approved listings with competitive rent prices and quality amenities.

1,584,064
Population
$45,927
Median Income
$1,289
2BR Fair Market Rent
51.7%
Rent Burden

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Philadelphia Fair Market Rent 2025

HUD Fair Market Rent limits for Section 8 housing vouchers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Studio

$891
per month

1 Bedroom

$1,049
per month

2 Bedroom

Most Popular
$1,289
per month

3 Bedroom

$1,619
per month

4 Bedroom

$1,849
per month

These are the maximum rent amounts that can be charged for Section 8 housing voucher units in Philadelphia. Actual rent may be lower depending on the property and landlord.

Philadelphia Housing Authority Information

Philadelphia Housing Authority

Contact Information

(215) 684-4000
2013 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19121
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Services Provided

  • • Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
  • • Public Housing Administration
  • • Housing Assistance Applications
  • • Landlord Services and Support
  • • Housing Quality Standards Inspections

For Tenants

If you're looking for Section 8 housing in Philadelphia, start by contacting the local housing authority to apply for a housing voucher or join the waiting list.

For Landlords

List your Section 8 approved properties in Philadelphia and connect with qualified tenants who have housing vouchers ready to use.

Philadelphia Housing Market Overview

Demographics

Population:1,584,064
Median Age:34.2 years
Household Size:2.4 people

Income & Affordability

Median Income:$45,927
Rent Burden:51.7%
30% of Income:$1,148/mo

Housing Costs

1BR FMR:$1,049
2BR FMR:$1,289
3BR FMR:$1,619

Why Choose Section 8 Housing in Philadelphia?

Benefits for Tenants

  • • Reduced rent burden (pay only 30% of income)
  • • Access to quality housing in Philadelphia
  • • Housing stability and security
  • • Opportunity to live in better neighborhoods
  • • Protection under fair housing laws

Market Advantages

  • • Guaranteed rent payments from housing authority
  • • Large pool of qualified tenants
  • • Stable, long-term rental income
  • • Support from local housing programs
  • • Growing demand for affordable housing

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