Galway, NY Low Income Housing

Galway, NY Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Galway, NY

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Galway, 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 Galway, 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 Galway, New York - Saratoga 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 Galway, NY

Woodrow Wilson Townhouses - Amsterdam

141 Woodrow Rd
Amsterdam, NY - 12010
(315) 424-0200
Woodrow Wilson Townhouses is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Woodrow Wilson Townhouses for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Saratoga County
Listing Location: 8.29 miles from Galway

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Highland Gardens - Amsterdam

200 Virginia Ln
Amsterdam, NY - 12010
518-842-8110
Highland Gardens is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Highland Gardens for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Saratoga County
Listing Location: 8.48 miles from Galway

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Holland Gardens - Amsterdam

200 Virginia Lane B2
Amsterdam, NY - 12010
518-842-8110
Holland Gardens is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Holland Gardens for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Saratoga County
Listing Location: 8.48 miles from Galway

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cornell Cooperative Extension - Ballston Spa

50 W High St
Ballston Spa, NY - 12020
518-885-8995-219
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Saratoga County
Listing Location: 9.19 miles from Galway


Veterans & Community Housing Coalition - Ballston Spa

20 Prospect St.
Ballston Spa, NY - 12020
(518) 885-0091
Provide And Assist Individuals And/Or Families In Obtaining Low-Income Housing And To Provide Temporary And Permanent Housing For Veterans And Or Their Families. Homeless veterans receive a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher, coupled with case management and clinical services. Eligibility: - Eligible individuals and veterans are identified by VA. - Must provide a DD214 (release papers from the military) that shows their discharge was not dishonorable - Must be homeless and qualify within the financial assistance guidelines Counties served: - Saratoga - Warren - Washington - Fulton - Montgomery - Schoharie - Schenectady ...see full details
Saratoga County
Listing Location: 9.31 miles from Galway

Non Profit Apartment

Doubleday Woods - Affordable Senior Housing - Ballston Spa

91 Church Ave
Ballston Spa, NY - 12020
(518) 885-1900
Doubleday Woods Hsg is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Doubleday Woods Hsg for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities:     Emergency Call System     Service Coordinator     Picnic Area     Community/Game Room     Library     Meal Program Affiliate     Elevator     Transportation Available ...see full details
Saratoga County
Listing Location: 9.46 miles from Galway

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Amsterdam Rehabilitation - Amsterdam

53 55 57 59 & 74 Wall Street
Amsterdam, NY - 12010
(518)842-7226
Amsterdam Rehabilitation is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Amsterdam Rehabilitation for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Saratoga County
Listing Location: 9.71 miles from Galway

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Amsterdam Sr Cit Hsg - Amsterdam

35 Wall St
Amsterdam, NY - 12010
(845) 368-2400
Amsterdam Sr Cit Hsg is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Amsterdam Sr Cit Hsg for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Saratoga County
Listing Location: 9.87 miles from Galway

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Valley Rural Housing Corporation - Amsterdam

46 E Main St
Amsterdam, NY - 12010
(518)873-7137
Affordable Housing And Home Education Programs...see full details
Saratoga County
Listing Location: 9.87 miles from Galway

Non Profit Apartment

Amsterdam Housing Authority - Amsterdam

52 Division St.
Amsterdam, NY - 12010
(518)842-2894
Amsterdam 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
Saratoga County
Listing Location: 9.88 miles from Galway


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Galway, 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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