Elmira, NY Low Income Housing

Elmira, NY Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Elmira, NY

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

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

Studio Apartments $810
One Bedroom Apartments $1,039
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,333
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,481

List of Low Income Housing in or near Elmira, NY

Catholic Charities, Elmira, Ny - Elmira

215 East Church Street
Elmira, NY - 14901
607-734-9784-2132
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 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 Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Chemung County

Chemung County Habitat For Humanity

Chemung County Habitat For Humanity - Elmira

PO Box 3110
Elmira, NY - 14905
(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
Chemung County
Non Profit Apartment

Near Westside Neighborhood Association, - Elmira

353 Davis Street
Elmira, NY - 14901
(607)733-4924
Founded In 1978 By A Group Of Concerned Neighborhood Residents, Near Westside Neighborhood Association (NWNA) Works Closely With Tenants, Landlords, Homeowners And Businesses To Stimulate Neighborhood Revitalization. NWNA Provides A Variety Of Housing Counseling Services, Landlord Education, Property Management Services, Special Needs Housing, And Housing Rehabilitation Grant/Loan Programs. NWNA Is Actively Involved In The Community Daily With Neighborhood Watch Programs, Clean-Up Projects, And ...see full details
Chemung County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Water garbage
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Non Profit Apartment

Rw Affordable Housings, - Elmira

313 W Clinton St
Elmira, NY - 14901
(607)733-5863
Our Goals Is To Help U.S Veterans Secure Independent Living Situations And Educational Activities And All Available Community Support Services, And Any Rehabilitation And Recovery Requirements That May Be Needed....see full details
Chemung County
Non Profit Apartment

Eastgate Homes - Elmira

150 Harriet St
Elmira, NY - 14901
907-732-1182
Eastgate Homes is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Eastgate Homes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Chemung County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Riverview Apartments - Affordable Community

Riverview Apartments - Affordable Community - Elmira

101 Harmon Street
Elmira, NY - 14904
(845) 356-7773
Riverview Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Riverview Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Chemung County
See What Other Users Are Saying
Apartment Costs (user reports): Income based 30% of yearly gross income
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): All
None
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Heritage Park Apartments - Elmira

199 Harriet Ct.
Elmira, NY - 14901
607-732-3853
Heritage Park Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Heritage Park Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Chemung County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Miller Manor - Elmira

400-401 Powell St
Elmira, NY - 14904
(607) 732-8284
Miller Manor is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Miller Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Chemung County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Carpenter Housing - Elmira

551 East Church St
Elmira, NY - 14901
(315) 424-1821
Carpenter Housing is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Carpenter Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Chemung County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Elmira, 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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