The Housing Authority of Monroe County
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
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23 hours ago
About The Housing Authority of Monroe County
The Housing Authority of Monroe County (PHA Code: PA028) provides housing assistance services in Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. This authority manages approximately 821 assisted housing units, comprising 521 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 300 Public Housing units.
The Authority operates several housing programs for eligible families. Currently, the Public Housing program is open for applications. Both the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and the Mainstream program are presently closed to new applicants, with the HCV status recently noted as changing from closed to closed.
For interested applicants, the income limit for a Very Low Income family of four in the Monroe County, PA area is $52,200 per year. Only the Public Housing program is accepting new applications at this time.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Established to provide decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
View original notice — housingauthoritymonroecounty.orgOther Programs
2 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 Housing Authority of Monroe County currently administers 717 vouchers, 25 Mainstream Vouchers, 8 Family Unification Vouchers, 15 Shelter Plus Care.
The Mainstream Voucher waiting list was last open from February 1, 2025, to February 28, 2025.
Status History
Official Application
Contact The Housing Authority of Monroe County directly at (570) 421-7770 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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 The Housing Authority of Monroe County
Check Current Status
The Housing Authority of Monroe County currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at The Housing Authority of Monroe County, 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 $52,200/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
Contact The Housing Authority of Monroe County directly at (570) 421-7770 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at The Housing Authority of Monroe County, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. The Housing Authority of Monroe County manages approximately 821 assisted housing units (521 Section 8, 300 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Stroudsburg. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at The Housing Authority of Monroe County
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at The Housing Authority of Monroe County are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. The Housing Authority of Monroe County manages approximately 300 Public Housing units in Stroudsburg. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at The Housing Authority of Monroe County 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 Stroudsburg. This program serves approximately 521 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at The Housing Authority of Monroe County are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
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The Housing Authority of Monroe County Income Limits
Income limits for programs at The Housing Authority of Monroe County are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Monroe County, PA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $52,200. 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 | $21,950 | $36,550 | $58,450 |
| 2 Persons | $25,050 | $41,800 | $66,800 |
| 3 Persons | $28,200 | $47,000 | $75,150 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $52,200 | $83,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $56,400 | $90,200 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $60,600 | $96,900 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $64,750 | $103,550 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $68,950 | $110,250 |
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 The Housing Authority of Monroe County — including across state lines.