Mercer County Housing Authority
Sharon, Pennsylvania
Last Updated
19 hours ago
About Mercer County Housing Authority
The Mercer County Housing Authority (PHA Code: PA020) is located in Sharon, Mercer County, Pennsylvania. It manages approximately 433 assisted housing units, comprising 395 Housing Choice Vouchers and 38 Public Housing units.
Currently, the housing authority has several programs open for applications. These include Heritage Square, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD), and various Senior and general Tax Credit programs, including those specifically for seniors and within Heritage Square.
Applicants should be aware that eligibility is based on income, such as the Very Low Income limit of $41,850 per year for a family of four in the Mercer County, PA area. The authority provides multiple housing assistance opportunities to eligible residents.
Heritage Square Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person or Mail
Additional Notes
The waiting list for Heritage Square is currently open. Applicants must be 55 years or older. Income guidelines apply, and rents vary based on unit size. Applications can be downloaded or submitted in person Monday and Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM at the Main Office. All applicants 18 and old...
Other (Senior Tax Credit) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person, Mail, Phone
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open for Heritage Square, which is a Senior Tax Credit property for individuals 55 years or older. Applications can be downloaded or obtained in person at the Main Office (80 Jefferson Avenue, Sharon, PA 16146) on Monday and Tuesday from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. Inquirie...
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Pine Hollow Village offers two and three-bedroom units, including handicap accessible units; applicants 18 and older must pass credit, landlord, and criminal checks; rents are subsidized based on total household gross income.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants 18 and older must pass landlord and criminal checks; applications are placed on the list by date received. Copies of birth certificates and social security cards for all household members are required with the application.
Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Waiting list is open for Malleable Heights, which offers one, two, three, and four-bedroom units. Rents are subsidized based on household income, and applicants 18 and older must pass landlord and criminal checks.
Senior Tax Credit Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Heritage Square is an age 55+ community with one and two-bedroom accessible units; income guidelines apply, and rents vary based on unit size.
Senior Tax Credit (Heritage Square) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person, Mail
Additional Notes
Heritage Square is for individuals 55 years or older and offers 1-2 bedroom units, including three accessible units. Applicants 18 and older must pass credit, landlord, and criminal checks; rents vary based on unit size and income guidelines apply.
Tax Credit Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Farrell Choice Homes waiting list is open for one/two-bedroom apartments and three/four-bedroom homes. Income guidelines apply, and rent is not based on income; applicants must pass credit, landlord, and criminal checks. Applications are taken in-person Tuesday and Thursdays at 411 Roemer Blvd., Farrell, or are available for download online. Proof of social security number and birth certificates for everyone in the household are required.
other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Waiting list is open for Farrell Choice Homes (Tax Credit), offering one, two, three, and four-bedroom units with set rents and income guidelines. Applicants 18 and older must pass credit, landlord, and criminal checks.
Other Programs
3 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The waitlist opened March 1, 2021. The average waiting period is approximately 3.5 years. Applicants must update their address and phone number by notifying MCHA. An interest letter is mailed annually in April, and failure to return it results in removal from the waiting list.
This specific waiting list serves elderly individuals.
This refers to the Lavigne Manor Elderly Other Senior Waiting List, which was previously open from January 15, 2025, to February 15, 2025.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Mercer County Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Mercer County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Mercer County Housing Authority currently has 9 open waiting lists (Heritage Square, Other (Senior Tax Credit), PBV, Public Housing, RAD, Senior Tax Credit, Senior Tax Credit (Heritage Square), Tax Credit, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Mercer County Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $41,850/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Mercer County Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Mercer County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Mercer County Housing Authority manages approximately 433 assisted housing units (395 Section 8, 38 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Sharon. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Mercer County Housing Authority
Heritage Square open
The Heritage Square program at Mercer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sharon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Senior Tax Credit) open
The Other (Senior Tax Credit) program at Mercer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sharon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Mercer County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Sharon. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Mercer County Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Mercer County Housing Authority manages approximately 38 Public Housing units in Sharon. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration open
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Mercer County Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Sharon maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Senior Tax Credit open
The Senior Tax Credit program at Mercer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sharon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Tax Credit (Heritage Square) open
The Senior Tax Credit (Heritage Square) program at Mercer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sharon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tax Credit open
The Tax Credit program at Mercer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sharon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at Mercer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sharon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Mercer County Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Sharon. This program serves approximately 395 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Lavigne Manor Elderly closed
The Lavigne Manor Elderly program at Mercer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sharon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other closed
The Other program at Mercer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sharon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Mercer County Housing Authority?
Mercer County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Mercer County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Mercer County, PA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $41,850. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,600 | $29,300 | $46,900 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $33,500 | $53,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $37,700 | $60,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $41,850 | $66,950 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $45,200 | $72,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $51,900 | $83,050 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $55,250 | $88,400 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Mercer County Housing Authority — including across state lines.