Lyons, NY Low Income Housing

Lyons, NY Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Lyons, NY

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

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

Studio Apartments $950
One Bedroom Apartments $1,186
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,443
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,593

List of Low Income Housing in or near Lyons, NY

Community Action In Self Help,orporated - Lyons

48 Water St
Lyons, NY - 14489
315-946-6992-302
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Services for Homeless Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Wayne County

Community Action In Self Help

Community Action In Self Help - Lyons

48 Water St
Lyons, NY - 14489
(315) 946-6992
Community Action In Self Help, Inc Is Dedicated To The Goal That Everyone Is Entitled To Decent, Safe, Sanitary And Affordable Housing Regardless Of Race, Color, Creed Or Personal Circumstances....see full details
Wayne County
Non Profit Apartment

Lyons Manor - Affordable Senior Housing

Lyons Manor - Affordable Senior Housing - Lyons

31 Pearl St
Lyons, NY - 14489
(315) 946-4013
Lyons Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lyons Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities: On-Site Maintenance On-Site Manager Laundry On-Site Service Coordinator Beauty Salon ...see full details
Wayne County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Crowley House - Lyons

965 Sohn Alloway Road
Lyons, NY - 14489
(585)339-9800
Crowley House is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Crowley House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Wayne County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Lyons, 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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Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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