Etna, NY Low Income Housing

Etna, NY Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Etna, NY

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

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

Studio Apartments $1,311
One Bedroom Apartments $1,434
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,664
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,056

List of Low Income Housing in or near Etna, NY

Habitat For Humanity International - Ithaca

P.O. Box 4683
Ithaca, NY - 14852
(607)898-4148
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
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 3.74 miles from Etna

Non Profit 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
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 4.37 miles from Etna

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
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 4.39 miles from Etna

Non Profit Apartment

Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services, - Ithaca

115 W Clinton St
Ithaca, NY - 14850
607-277-4500
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 Services for Homeless Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 5.72 miles from Etna


Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services, - Ithaca

115 West Clinton St
Ithaca, NY - 14850
(607) 277-4500
INHS' Mission Is To Revitalize Ithaca?S Neighborhoods-Encouraging Stability And Diversity-And To Assist Hardworking People With Modest Incomes To Obtain Quality Affordable Housing On A Long-Term Basis. Weare Committed To Creating Energy-Efficient And Sustainable Communities For People From All Income Levels....see full details
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 5.72 miles from Etna

Non Profit 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
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 6.00 miles from Etna


Alternatives Federal Credit Union - Ithaca

125 North Fulton St.
Ithaca, NY - 14850
607-216-3416
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 Russian Spanish...see full details
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 6.11 miles from Etna


Cayuga Housing Development Corporation - Ithaca

800 S Plain St
Ithaca, NY - 14850
(607)273-8629
TO PROMOTE, ENCOURAGE, AND SUPPORT LOW INCOME FAMILIES IN THEIR SEARCH FOR FINANCIAL SELF-SUFFICIENCY AND THEIR DREAM OF HOME OWNERSHIP. TO PROVIDE DECENT, SAFE, AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO LOW AND MODERATE INCOME INDIVIDUALS....see full details
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 6.16 miles from Etna

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
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 6.27 miles from Etna


Trumansburg Seniors - Ithaca

950 Danby Rd
Ithaca, NY - 14850
607-273-2187
TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO SENIOR CITIZENS....see full details
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 6.55 miles from Etna

Non Profit Apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Etna, 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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