Alplaus, NY Low Income Housing

Alplaus, NY Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Alplaus, NY

How do I qualify for low income housing in Alplaus, NY?
To qualify for low income housing in New York, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Alplaus, NY

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Alplaus, NY, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Alplaus, NY. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Alplaus, New York - Schenectady County

Studio Apartments $1,079
One Bedroom Apartments $1,313
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,598
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,764

List of Low Income Housing in or near Alplaus, NY

Schenectady B'nai B'rith House - Affordable Senior Housing - Niskayuna

22 Knolls Rd
Niskayuna, NY - 12309
(518) 346-8797
Schenectady B'nai B'rith House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Schenectady B'nai B'rith House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. One- and two-bedroom apartments featuring professional service coordinator, 24-hour emergency maintenance, elevator, laundry facilities, library, controlled access with lobby intercom, monthly education programs, and patio/barbecue area. Small common household pets are welcome with some conditions and restrictions. ...see full details
Schenectady County
Listing Location: 1.72 miles from Alplaus

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Community Land Trust Of Schenectady - Schenectady

1677 Van Vranken Avenue
Schenectady, NY - 12308
518-372-7616
Community Land Trust, Affordable Housing...see full details
Schenectady County
Listing Location: 2.39 miles from Alplaus

Non Profit Apartment

Schenectady Municipal Housing Authority - Schenectady

375 Broadway
Schenectady, NY - 12305
(518)386-7000
Schenectady Municipal Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Schenectady County
Listing Location: 3.33 miles from Alplaus


Holyrood House - Scotia

201 Fifth St
Scotia, NY - 12302
(518) 456-7155
Holyrood House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Holyrood House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Schenectady County
Listing Location: 3.46 miles from Alplaus

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Summit Towers - Schenectady

720 Albany St
Schenectady, NY - 12307
518-489-4726
Summit Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Summit Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Schenectady County
Listing Location: 3.60 miles from Alplaus

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

State Hulett Nsa - Schenectady

800 State St
Schenectady, NY - 12307
(781) 707-9100
State Hulett Nsa is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact State Hulett Nsa for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Schenectady County
Listing Location: 3.62 miles from Alplaus

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Schenectady County, Habitat For Humanity Of - Schenectady

PO Box 9043
Schenectady, NY - 12309
(229)924-6935
Habitat For Humanity Is A Nonprofit, Ecumenical Christian Housing Ministry Dedicated To Eliminating Substandard Housing And Homelessness Worldwide And To Making Adequate, Affordable Shelter A Matter Of Conscience And Action. Habitat Invites People From All Faiths And Walks Of Life To Work Together In Partnership, Building Houses With Families In Need....see full details
Schenectady County
Listing Location: 3.66 miles from Alplaus

Non Profit Apartment

Better Neighborhoods,orporated - Schenectady

986 Albany St
Schenectady, NY - 12307
518-372-6469
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Financial Management Budget Counseling Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English French Spanish...see full details
Schenectady County
Listing Location: 3.91 miles from Alplaus


2827 River Road - Niskayuna

2827 River Road
Niskayuna, NY - 12309
518-437-5700
2827 River Road is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact 2827 River Road for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Schenectady County
Listing Location: 3.94 miles from Alplaus

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Schenectady Forty Apartments - Schenectady

958 Emmett St
Schenectady, NY - 12307
(410) 282-4201
Schenectady Forty Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Schenectady Forty Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Schenectady County
Listing Location: 4.01 miles from Alplaus

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Alplaus, NY

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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