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Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Astoria, NY

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Queens County Public Housing Authority.

Income may not exceed 50% of the median income from the table below. The Housing Authority must provide 75 percent of vouchers to those whose income does not exceed 30% of the median income listed below.

HUD Income Limits 2024 in Astoria, NY.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2024Median Family Income2024 Yearly Income Limit2024 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Queens County, NY$97,600Very Low Income (50%)$54,350$62,150$69,900$77,650$83,850
Extremely Low Income (30%)$32,650$37,300$41,950$46,600$50,350
Low Income (80%) $87,100$99,550$111,950$124,400$134,350

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HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Astoria, NY

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Astoria, NY. LIHTC apartment rents are not based on the tenants income. Income credit set aside brackets are selected during the apartment credit applications are used to determine the apartment rents.

The rents are based upon the Area Medium Income (AMI) and tenant based utility allowances. At least 20% of these apartments (listed below), must provide these low rates for low-income tenants.

HUD housing LIHTC Eligibility Requirements

Income: Households must earn below a certain income level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 60% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for LIHTC housing.
Citizenship or residency status: Households must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Need for housing assistance: Households must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that they must be unable to afford housing on their own.

In addition to the above requirements, some LIHTC properties may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for LIHTC housing, you can contact your local housing authority (listed above) or search for LIHTC properties (listed below).

LIHTC Maximum Rents

The maximum allowable rents are equal to 30% of the Area Medium Income (AMI), less the utility allowances.

HUD Fair Market Rents for Astoria, NY Queens County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$2386Estimated $715.80 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$2451Estimated $735.30 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$2752Estimated $825.60 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$3434Estimated $1,030.20 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Astoria, NY

Using the table above you can estimate what you would be paying by checking the LIHTC Maximum Rent section.

Contact these properties for openings and wait lists and price lists.

Astoria Senior Residence

12 30th Rd
Astoria, NY - 11106
Total Apartment Units: 98
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 98
1 Bedroom apartments 98
Years In Service Since: 2005
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Hallets Cove Apartments

20 27th Ave
Astoria, NY - 11106
Total Apartment Units: 60
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 60
1 Bedroom apartments 55
2 Bedroom apartments 2
Years In Service Since: 2007
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Hanac Senior Housing

31 Astoria Blvd
Astoria, NY - 11106
Total Apartment Units: 184
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 184
1 Bedroom apartments 183
2 Bedroom apartments 1
Years In Service Since: 2009
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Pca Senior Residence

34 33rd St
Astoria, NY - 11106
Total Apartment Units: 64
Years In Service Since: 2012
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Council Towers Senior Housing Vi


Astoria, NY - 11106
Total Apartment Units: 78
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 78
1 Bedroom apartments 77
Years In Service Since: 2010
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Astoria, NY

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides active listings of Section 8 and Multifamily apartments. We have listed them below for you to contact. Check with them to see if they have current availabilities and/or waiting lists. With Section 8 properties, you will need a voucher. Contact the Queens County Public Housing Authorities, listed at the top of this page.

Eligibility for HUD Housing Section 8, you must meet the following requirements:

Income: Your income must be below a certain level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 50% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for Section 8 housing.
Citizenship or residency status: You must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
Need for housing assistance: You must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that you must be unable to afford housing on your own.

In addition to the above requirements, some Section 8 programs may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for Section 8 housing, you can contact your local Public Housing Authority (listed above). The Public Housing Authorities can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for Section 8 assistance.

Tips To Get In To Section 8 Housing:

Local Rules: Each local housing authority has different rules around Section 8. Decide where you want to live and find the housing authorities in charge of those neighborhoods.
Applying for a Voucher: Contact your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) to apply for a voucher. They can tell you if they’re currently accepting new applicants and provide application details.
Payment Standards: Section 8 doesn’t specify a fixed dollar amount for rent assistance. Instead, the PHA sets a payment standard based on local housing market rates.

Pca Senior Residence

31-30 To 31-40 33rd Street
Astoria, NY - 11106
Total Apartment Units: 66
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Marine Terrace

20-24 21st Street
Astoria, NY - 11105
Total Apartment Units: 444
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Long Island City Senior Housing

25-63 22nd St
Astoria, NY - 11102
Total Apartment Units: 73
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously 202/81

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.

Bridgeview Ii

26-45 9th St
Astoria, NY - 11102
Total Apartment Units: 110
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Bridgeview I

8-15 27th Ave
Astoria, NY - 11102
Total Apartment Units: 128
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Spiti Housing For The Elderly

32-02 Broadway
Astoria, NY - 11106
Total Apartment Units: 100
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously 202/81

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.


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