Berkshire, NY Low Income Housing

Berkshire, NY Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Berkshire, NY

How do I qualify for low income housing in Berkshire, 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 Berkshire, NY

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Berkshire, 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 Berkshire, 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 Berkshire, New York - Tioga County

Studio Apartments $758
One Bedroom Apartments $964
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,261
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,366

List of Low Income Housing in or near Berkshire, NY

Shiloh Senior Living Center - Whitney Point

PO Box 446
Whitney Point, NY - 13862
(607)692-4964
We Know That By Empowering People Through Safe, Affordable Housing We Can Change The Deleterious Cycle Of Government Dependence, Which Strips People Of Their Individuality. In So Doing We Will Redirect The Care Of Our Senior Citizens Back To The Community Level. This Will Have A Positive Impact On Our Local Society Because The Dignity And Productivity Of These Important Members Of The Community Will Be Maintained....see full details
Tioga County
Listing Location: 14.05 miles from Berkshire

Non Profit Apartment

Tioga County Habitat For Humanity - Owego

228 Main St
Owego, NY - 13827
(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
Tioga County
Listing Location: 14.33 miles from Berkshire

Non Profit Apartment

Marian Apartments - Endwell

701 Hooper Rd
Endwell, NY - 13760
(607) 723-8989
Marian Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Marian Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Tioga County
Listing Location: 14.85 miles from Berkshire

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ithaca Elm Maple Houses - Ithaca

301 Maple Ave F-5
Ithaca, NY - 14850
(607) 272-9434
Ithaca Elm Maple Houses Inc. is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Ithaca Elm Maple Houses Inc. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Tioga County
Listing Location: 17.38 miles from Berkshire

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ithaca Housing Authority - Ithaca

798 South Plain St.
Ithaca, NY - 14850
(607)273-8629
Ithaca 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
Tioga County
Listing Location: 17.57 miles from Berkshire


Wells Apartments - Johnson City

299 Floral Ave
Johnson City, NY - 13790
(607) 723-8989
Wells Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Wells Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Tioga County
Listing Location: 17.82 miles from Berkshire

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cornell University Campus Chapter Of Habitat For Humanity - Ithaca

Box 91
Ithaca, NY - 14853
(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
Tioga County
Listing Location: 17.89 miles from Berkshire

Non Profit Apartment

Broome Co Voa Living Ctr - Binghamton

316 Glenwood Road
Binghamton, NY - 13905

Broome Co Voa Living Ctr is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Broome Co Voa Living Ctr for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Tioga County
Listing Location: 17.90 miles from Berkshire

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ithacare Center Service Co - Ithaca

1 Bella Vista Drive
Ithaca, NY - 14850
(607)375-6300
Our Mission Is To Develop And Operate Residentialliving Communities To Provide Older Adults With Affordable High Qualityhousing, Services And Continuing Care Options That Enhance Quality Oflife, Independence, Health, Safety, Security And Personal Growth Whilepreserving Individual Rights To Privacy, Dignity And Respect....see full details
Tioga County
Listing Location: 18.03 miles from Berkshire

Non Profit Apartment

Better Housing For Tompkins County, - Ithaca

950 Danby Road, Ste. 102
Ithaca, NY - 14850
607-273-2187
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Tioga County
Listing Location: 18.04 miles from Berkshire


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Berkshire, 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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