Section 8 & Voucher Housing in 19121 — North Philadelphia
ZIP code 19121 covers the Sharswood and Brewerytown areas of North Philadelphia, near Temple University. It includes several PHA developments — Raymond Rosen Apartments and James W. Johnson Homes — along with other affordable buildings. Served by the Broad Street Line and SEPTA buses, it is a long-established affordable-housing area for voucher holders.
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Voucher-Friendly Buildings in Pennsylvania
About This Program in Pennsylvania
In Philadelphia, the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program and public housing are run by the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA). Rent in public housing and with a voucher is income-based — generally about 30% of adjusted household income.
How to Apply in Pennsylvania
Apply through PHA at pha.phila.gov when waitlists are open. Philadelphia's Fair Practices Ordinance prohibits source-of-income discrimination and is still enforced by the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations — but a 2022 Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling striking down Pittsburgh's similar ordinance has cast legal doubt on its enforceability, and Pennsylvania has no statewide protection. Confirm your rights with the Commission or a legal aid provider.