Locke, NY Low Income Housing

Locke, NY Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Locke, NY

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

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

Studio Apartments $1,276
One Bedroom Apartments $1,487
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,890
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,998

List of Low Income Housing in or near Locke, NY

Habitat For Humanity International - Groton

204 E Cortland St
Groton, NY - 13073
(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: 5.85 miles from Locke

Non Profit Apartment

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: 11.27 miles from Locke

Non Profit Apartment

Friendship House - Cortland

13 Leon Ave
Cortland, NY - 13045
(315) 337-1401
Friendship House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Friendship House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 12.55 miles from Locke

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cortland Housing Assistance Council - Cortland

36 Taylor Street
Cortland, NY - 13045
(607) 753-8271
Our Services Are Available To All Of Cortland County Apartment rentals for low to moderate income families and handicapped persons Affordable home ownership program for first time home buyers Housing counseling Handicapped ramp program Modifications of homes to adapt to the needs of persons with disabilities Mission Statement he mission of the Cortland Housing Assistance Council, Inc. shall be to marshall the financial, technical, professional, and other resources of Cortland County or available to Cortland County, and apply them to the task of combating community deterioration and to secure decent, safe and sanitary housing at low and moderate costs for economically disadvantaged citizens of this county, under the guidance of their representatives toward fuller participation in the community and the benefits thereof. Apartments The Cortland Housing Assistance Council, Inc. owns and manages many affordable units within the City of Cortland. 18 - 20 Maple AvenuePomeroy School Apartments offer 33 handicapped accesible units. 47 Pomeroy Street 26 Homer Avenue All apartment leases require a security deposit equal to one months rent due at lease signing. Special arrangements are available for security deposit in unique circumstances. C.H.A.C. Inc. has 24 hour maintenance service for emergency repairs. ...see full details
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 13.18 miles from Locke


Northcliffe Apartments - Cortland

10 Northcliffe Rd
Cortland, NY - 13045
(607) 753-0096
Northcliffe Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Northcliffe Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Apartment Amenities: Custom Blinds Energy-Efficient Appliances Private Entrances Available Wall-to-Wall Carpeting Cable- Ready Property Amenities: 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance Staff Laundry Facilities General Parking Controlled Access Suburban Area ...see full details
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 14.10 miles from Locke

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Verona Village - Ovid

County Rd 139
Ovid, NY - 14521
607 869-5093
Verona Village is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Verona Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. * Laundry Facilities * (1) Pet Allowed * Low-Income * All 1 Bedroom Apartments ...see full details
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 14.34 miles from Locke

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Juniper Manor - Trumansburg

24 Elm Street
Trumansburg, NY - 14886
(607) 273-2187
Juniper Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Juniper Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Tompkins County
Listing Location: 14.40 miles from Locke

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: 14.89 miles from Locke

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: 15.30 miles from Locke

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

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: 15.79 miles from Locke


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Locke, 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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