348 W Butler St, Mercer, PA 16137
Waiting List Forecast: Likely Short or None
Verified for 2019 by Joshua Cappell| Rent | Beds | Baths | SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Call for Rents† | 1 - 2 Beds | 1 Bath | 704 - 905 Sq Ft |
Since this property is a LIHTC property that might not have a project based rental assistance contract, it is likely that it either has no waiting list or the waiting list is shorter than properties with rental assistance. You should contact the property to verify.
Note: Affordable Housing Online has not confirmed the waiting list status directly with the property. This waiting list status forecast is based on our housing experts' knowledge of similar properties. You should always confirm this status directly with the property.
The Heritage Square complex of 2 two-story buildings has 5 units on each level in each building. There are 16 one-bedroom units on the first floor and 4 two bedroom units. This picturesque community is located within walking distance of the Mercer County Courthouse Square. The complex features a community room and well-maintained grounds.
This LIHTC property is among the most common types of affordable rental housing in the United States. The LIHTC program only provides subsidies to the building’s owner at construction. No subsidies are provided directly to the residents, but the owner must set rents affordable to low-income renters in the area. Our data suggests Heritage Square II does not participate in any project-based rent subsidy program. This means you must earn enough to pay the full rent or have your own Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher. For that reason, LIHTC properties tend to have shorter waiting lists or even none at all. LIHTC properties nationwide are required to accept housing vouchers. LIHTC properties were first built in the late 1980's. Because they tend to be newer, these properties are more likely to have larger units, more amenities, and greater tenant service offerings than other affordable housing programs. This property might be right for you if you have a housing voucher or enough income to pay rent, are looking for a high quality property, or need immediate availability. Since this property participates in the LIHTC program, the property is required to accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. As a LIHTC property that chose the 40/60 election, this property has agreed to set aside at least 40% of its units for families and individuals earning 60% of Area Median Income (AMI). Many properties have actually set aside more units than required by law, and in many cases all of the units at these properties are affordable to renters with lower incomes. Since this property participates in the LIHTC program, the property is required to accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
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| Unit (Bd/Ba) | Ft2 | Rent |
|---|---|---|
| One Bedroom (1/1) | 704ft2 | Call for Price† |
| Two Bedroom (2/1) | 905ft2 | Call for Price† |
| AMI* | 1 person | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50% AMI for LIHTC Units | $35,150 / year | $40,200 / year | $45,200 / year | $50,200 / year |
| 50% AMI for PBRA Units | $35,150 / year | $40,200 / year | $45,200 / year | $50,200 / year |
| 60% AMI for LIHTC Units | $42,180 / year | $48,240 / year | $54,240 / year | $60,240 / year |
*AMI: Area Median Income. Renters qualify for different housing programs if their income is below a specified percentage of AMI.
Does Heritage Square II have a waiting list?
Heritage Square II probably doesn't have a waiting list, and, if it does, the wait times are most likely short. We haven't confirmed if this is the case, so you should contact the property to confirm.
Are rents subsidized at Heritage Square II?
We believe rents are most likely NOT subsidized at any of the units at this property since our research has not discovered any public housing or rental assistance contracts associated with this property. This means you will most likely have to pay the full rent no matter your income. Note: In some rare instances, some properties may have a small number of units subsidized through state or private programs.
In addition to Heritage Square II, how many other affordable housing properties (and units) are there in Mercer?
In addition to Heritage Square II, we list 4 other affordable properties in Mercer. Learn about these properties here. Our data research shows that there are a total of 109 affordable units in Mercer.
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