Troy, NY Low Income Housing

Troy, NY Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Troy, NY

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

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

Tapestry on the Hudson - Troy

599 River Street
Troy, NY - 12180
(518) 268-2501
Welcome to our newly crafted Green, service oriented community with unmatched features and amenities! Tapestry on the Hudson offers you a distinctive place to call home, where you can easily express your creative spirit and connect with the local community. Our neighborhood features many local hot spots that you, friends, and family can enjoy. Our unique 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes offer a combination of modern and green-focused features that redefine sustainable living in Troy. Our reside...see full details
Rensselaer County

The Village at Sunnyside Apartments - Troy

104 W Sunnyside Way
Troy, NY - 12180
518-389-2600
This new construction, senior independent living community is not a subsidized property but does accept Section 8 and DSS. Office hours are from 9-4 Monday - Friday. We have 1 bedroom apartments ranging from $750-$800, and 2 bedroom apartments ranging from $875-1005. The following amenities are included: Central Air, energy efficient heat, elevator, on-site laundry, community room with TV, out door back deck, private off-street parking, camera facility. ...see full details
Rensselaer County

Troy Rehabilitation And Improvement Program - Troy

415 River Street, 2nd Floor
Troy, NY - 12180
518-690-0020-222
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 Counsel...see full details
Rensselaer County

Rensselaer County Housing Resources - Troy

415 River St, 2nd Floor
Troy, NY - 12180
518-690-0020-222
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 Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Others ...see full details
Rensselaer County

American Housing Foundation - Troy

317 Brick Church Rd
Troy, NY - 12180
518-279-3810
Develop, Own And Operate Affordable Housing...see full details
Rensselaer County
Non Profit Apartment

Rensselaer County,, Habitat For Humanity Of

Rensselaer County,, Habitat For Humanity Of - Troy

82 3rd St
Troy, NY - 12180
(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
Rensselaer County
Non Profit Apartment

Rensselaer County Housing Resources - Troy

415 River St Ste 3
Troy, NY - 12180
518-272-8289
PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO LOW INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES TO FIND AFFORDABLE HOUSING, TO IMPROVE EXISTING HOUSING STOCK AND TO ENCOURAGE HOMEOWNERSHIP....see full details
Rensselaer County
Non Profit Apartment

North Greenbush Community Residence - Troy

148 N Greenbush Rd
Troy, NY - 12180
518 283 6436
North Greenbush Community Residence is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact North Greenbush Community Residence for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rensselaer County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ninth Street Nsa Ii - Troy

415 River St
Troy, NY - 12180
518 272-8289
Ninth Street Nsa Ii is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Ninth Street Nsa Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rensselaer County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ninth Street Nsa I - Troy

415 River Street
Troy, NY - 12180
518 272-8289
Ninth Street Nsa I is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Ninth Street Nsa I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rensselaer County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Burns Apartments - Troy

720 Federal St
Troy, NY - 12180
518 272-1434
Burns Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Burns Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rensselaer County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

O'neil Apartments - Troy

2121 6th Ave
Troy, NY - 12180
518 272-1425
O'neil Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact O'neil Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rensselaer County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lansingburgh Apartments - Troy

41 114th St
Troy, NY - 12182
518 235-9388
Lansingburgh Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lansingburgh Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rensselaer County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Monument Square Apartments - Troy

2 First St
Troy, NY - 12180
(518)235-0473
Monument Square Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Monument Square Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rensselaer County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Opec Housing - Troy

79 102nd St
Troy, NY - 12180
(518) 274-3110
Opec Housing is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Opec Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rensselaer County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Troy Towers - Troy

2000 6th St
Troy, NY - 12180
(315) 424-0200
Troy Towers is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Troy Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rensselaer County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Troy, 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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