Elmhurst, NY Low Income Housing

Elmhurst, NY Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Elmhurst, NY

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

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

Studio Apartments $2,170
One Bedroom Apartments $2,451
Two Bedroom Apartments $3,078
Three Bedroom Apartments $3,316

List of Low Income Housing in or near Elmhurst, NY

Chhaya Community Development Corporation - Jackson Heights

37-43 77th Street, 2nd Floor
Jackson Heights, NY - 11372
718-478-3848
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: 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 Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Hindi Others Chhaya Community Development Corporation is a community-based non-profit organization focused on improving access to housing opportunities, resources, and information for South Asian Americans throughout New York City and the metropolitan area. We advocate for community and economic development and justice within South Asian and other immigrant communities. South Asian Americans, a group that includes immigrants from India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Caribbean nations such as Guyana and Trinidad, are New York City's second-largest Asian community. These newest New Yorkers have a wide range of service needs. All of our services are offered in Bangla/Bengali, English, Hindi, and Urdu. ...see full details
Queens County
Listing Location: 0.81 miles from Elmhurst


St. Paul The Apostle Housing - Corona

5509 99th St
Corona, NY - 11368
(718) 722-6000
St. Paul The Apostle Housing is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact St. Paul The Apostle Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Queens County
Listing Location: 0.84 miles from Elmhurst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Alberta L. Alston House - Corona

52-09 99th St
Corona, NY - 11368
(718) 706-7755
Alberta L. Alston House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Alberta L. Alston House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Queens County
Listing Location: 0.90 miles from Elmhurst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Daniel Gilmartin Apartments - Affordable Community - Corona

53-11 99th St
Corona, NY - 11368
(718) 699-3100
Daniel Gilmartin Housing is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Daniel Gilmartin Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities: On-site Laundry Resident Lounge Off-street Parking Call-for-Aid Media Room On-site Professional Staff 24-Hr Emergency Maintenance ...see full details
Queens County
Listing Location: 0.93 miles from Elmhurst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sherwood Village - Corona

55-15 99th St
Corona, NY - 11368
(718) 261-5235
Sherwood Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sherwood Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Queens County
Listing Location: 0.96 miles from Elmhurst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Woodysun Hdfc - Woodside

44-20 64th St
Woodside, NY - 11377
212-243-9090
Woodysun Hdfc is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Woodysun Hdfc for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Queens County
Listing Location: 1.25 miles from Elmhurst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Neighborhood Housing Services Of Northern Queens - Woodside

60-20 Woodside Avenue
Woodside, NY - 11377
718-457-1017
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: 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 Spanish...see full details
Queens County
Listing Location: 1.40 miles from Elmhurst


Meadow Manor - Corona

34-12 113th St
Corona, NY - 11368
(718) 205-5615
Meadow Manor is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Meadow Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Queens County
Listing Location: 1.64 miles from Elmhurst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Our Lady Of Fatima Apartments - Flushing

78-01 30 Ave
Flushing, NY - 11370
(718) 722-6000
Our Lady Of Fatima Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Our Lady Of Fatima Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Queens County
Listing Location: 1.64 miles from Elmhurst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Asian Americans For Equality - Flushing

133-04 39th Avenue
Flushing, NY - 11354
718-961-0888
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 Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: Cantonese Chinese Mandarin English...see full details
Queens County
Listing Location: 2.66 miles from Elmhurst


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Elmhurst, 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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