Philadelphia Housing Authority
Philadelphia - Scattered Sites Homeownership
Offers residents of scattered sites the opportunity to purchase the home they currently occupy.
2013 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19121
Eligibility: To qualify for the 5(h) Homeownership Program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Must be a current PHA single-family scattered site resident

    • The head of household or an adult over 18 years of age must be in continuous occupancy for a minimum of one (1) year

    • Must be current with rent, utilities (if applicable) and any other required payments

    • Must be in good standing with lease compliance and lease terms for a continuous period of twelve (12) months immediately preceding the application

    • Must be able to demonstrate a stable, household income of at least $10,000 annually and the ability to obtain a mortgage

    • Must participate in a pre-and post purchase-counseling program

    • Must be able to demonstrate minimum affordability of your unit's appraised value
  • Hours: Administrative Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm.
    Phone/FAX Numbers
    • (215) 684-0393
    • (215) 684-4000
    • (215) 684-4456 - Fax
    Email Address: info@pha.phila.gov
    Fee Amounts: None
    Intake Procedure: Call for information
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    Philadelphia Housing Authority
    Philadelphia - Scattered Sites Homeownership
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