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Reba Brown Senior Residence

Independent living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Checked November 2, 2026

Provider details
Address1450 S 50th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
CityPhiladelphia
StatePennsylvania
Phone215-726-4881
Age requirement62 and older
Age rule basisHUD designates this property's client group as elderly, and HUD multifamily elderly housing eligibility is age 62 or older for the head of household.
Apartments75
Housing programHUD Section 8 project-based assistance
Income restrictedYes

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Reba Brown Senior Residence in Philadelphia is a 74-unit apartment building for people age 62 and older. The one-bedroom homes are about 540 square feet and have a full kitchen. Rent is based on 30 percent of a household's income, with Section 8 rental help. The building has on-site laundry, a resident lounge, a media room, and off-street parking, and it is close to buses, medical centers, and shopping.

Who pays for independent living?

What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:

Independent living guide · Paying for care

Common questions about Reba Brown Senior Residence

Where is Reba Brown Senior Residence located?

Reba Brown Senior Residence is at 1450 S 50th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143.

How do I contact Reba Brown Senior Residence?

Call Reba Brown Senior Residence at 215-726-4881.

How much does independent living cost?

There is no single price for independent living. Rent is set by each community and varies a lot by city. The cost survey this site uses does not publish a national median for independent living, so we do not print one. Medicare does not pay for it, so families pay the rent out of pocket. See our guide to independent living costs and who pays for the full picture.

Does Medicare pay for independent living?

No. Medicare does not pay rent or housing costs. It pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits. The housing itself is paid out of pocket.

What is the difference between independent living and assisted living?

Independent living is housing for older adults who can live on their own. It gives a private home, meals in some places, and social activities. It does not include help with daily tasks. Assisted living adds that help. Staff help with bathing, dressing, and medicine, and staff are on hand day and night.

Who else pays for independent living besides Medicare?

Families pay the rent out of pocket. No insurance pays for independent living rent. Low-income senior apartments funded by HUD keep rent lower for people who qualify. Some veterans put VA pension payments toward the rent.

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