Kingston, NY Low Income Housing: A Comprehensive Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Kingston, NY

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

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

Studio Apartments $1,284

One Bedroom Apartments $1,308

Two Bedroom Apartments $1,702

Three Bedroom Apartments $2,198

List of Low Income Housing in or near Kingston, NY

Kingston Housing Authority - Kingston

132 Rondout Gardens
Kingston, NY - 12401
(845)331-1955
Kingston 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 ...see full details
Ulster County

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Rural Ulster Preservation Company - Kingston

289 Fair St
Kingston, NY - 12401
845-331-2140-207
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
Ulster County

Family Of Woodstock - Kingston

PO Box 3516
Kingston, NY - 12402
(518) 822-8233
Family Of Woodstock Inc. Is A Network Of Individuals, Paid And Volunteer, Whose Mission Is To Provide Confidential And Fully Accessible Crisis Intervention, Information, Prevention, And Support Services To Address The Needs Of Individuals And Families. The Scope Of The Agency's Vision Allows Us To Bring To Bear Resources To Address A Broad Spectrum Of Human Problems....see full details
Ulster County

Non Profit Apartment

Rural Ulster Preservation Company, - Kingston

289 Fair St
Kingston, NY - 12401
(845)331-2140
Our Mission Is To Create And Develop Affordable Homeownership And Rental Opportunities, Create Understanding And Acceptance Of Affordable Housing Initiatives, And To Foster Development And Revitalization For A Diverse Community Within Ulster County....see full details
Ulster County

Non Profit Apartment

Stuyvesant Charter - Kingston

132 Rondout Dr
Kingston, NY - 12401
(845) 331-1955
TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE MULTIFAMILY HOUSING...see full details
Ulster County

Non Profit Apartment

Ulster County Habitat For Humanity - Kingston

P O Box 3662
Kingston, NY - 12402
(845)340-0907
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
Ulster County

Non Profit Apartment

Governor Clinton Apartments - Kingston

1 Albany Avenue
Kingston, NY - 12401
914-338-8620
Governor Clinton Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Governor Clinton Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Ulster County