Housing Authority of the County of Armstrong
350 S Jefferson St, Kittanning, PA, 16201 · ~801 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Kittanning, PA (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Armstrong County
Who this agency serves
Housing Authority of the County of Armstrong served 792 households across 801 units (99% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.4 people, an average annual income of $16,810, and pays an average of $388 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 792 of 801 units
- Avg. household income
- $16,810
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $388
- Avg. household size
- 1.4 people
- Households with children
- 12%
- Head of household 62+
- 53%
- Head of household with a disability
- 61%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 9 months
Unit mix: 70% 1-bedroom, 19% 2-bedroom, 11% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Public housing inspection scores
HUD conducts physical inspections of public housing developments under the REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) program. Scores run 0–100: 90+ is High Performer, 60–89 is Standard, below 60 is Troubled. This agency administers 3 developments with an average score of 93 (High Performer).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GARDEN TOWERS | Kittanning | 95 High Performer | NSPIRE | Feb 2024 |
| WARREN MANOR | Apollo | 93 High Performer | NSPIRE | Feb 2024 |
| Armstrong Court | Kittanning | 91 High Performer | NSPIRE | Feb 2026 |
Source: HUD REAC Physical Inspection Scores — data reflects the most recent inspection for each development. See Understanding REAC and NSPIRE inspection scores for methodology details.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through Housing Authority of the County of Armstrong, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI (the Extremely Low Income limit) for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $30,200 |
| 2 people | $34,500 |
| 3 people | $38,800 |
| 4 people | $43,100 |
| 5 people | $46,550 |
| 6 people | $50,000 |
| 7 people | $53,450 |
| 8 people | $56,900 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary. Contact Housing Authority of the County of Armstrong directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Kittanning, PA
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
MCKEAN STREET HOUSING
240 N MCKEAN ST, KITTANNING, PA, 16201-136133 income-restricted units of 36 total27 1BR, 9 2BRBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052VALLEY VIEW V
VALLEY VIEW DR, FORD CITY, PA20 income-restricted units10 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040VALLEY VIEW IV
106 VALLEY VIEW DR, FORD CITY, PA, 1622620 income-restricted units14 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035VALLEY VIEW III
100 VALLEY VIEW DR, FORD CITY, PA, 1622611 income-restricted units7 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032VALLEY VIEW II
102 VALLEY VIEW DR, FORD CITY, PA, 1622611 income-restricted units7 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030VALLEY VIEW APTS
104 VALLEY VIEW DR, FORD CITY, PA, 1622611 income-restricted units8 1BR, 3 2BRBuilt 19989% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028SOUTH BETHLEHEM HOUSE APTS
200 HAMILTON ST, NEW BETHLEHEM, PA, 1624218 income-restricted units18 1BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026BELLWOOD GARDENS
301 13TH ST, FORD CITY, PA, 1622627 income-restricted units of 28 total28 1BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025KITTANNING COMMONS
LINDENWOOD DR, KITTANNING, PA, 1620132 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 19944% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Housing Authority of the County of Armstrong directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.