Albany I & II — Income-Restricted Housing in Brooklyn, NY 11213
1191 Park Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11213
1,220 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through New York City Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 123 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (212) 306-3000Directions
How to apply
- Apply through New York City Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (212) 306-3000.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 135 1 bedroom · 770 2 bedrooms · 315 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $682/mo
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Rents and income limits in 11213
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,970/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $118,800/yr
- Renters in 11213 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 54%
Income limits (2026)
New York, NY area · median family income $104,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $35,650 | $59,400 | $95,000 |
| 2 | $40,750 | $67,850 | $108,600 |
| 3 | $45,850 | $76,350 | $122,150 |
| 4 | $50,900 | $84,800 | $135,700 |
| 5 | $55,000 | $91,600 | $146,600 |
| 6 | $59,050 | $98,400 | $157,450 |
| 7 | $63,150 | $105,200 | $168,300 |
| 8 | $67,200 | $111,950 | $179,150 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 11213 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,590 | $2,593 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,730 | $2,729 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,970 | $2,971 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,760 | $3,760 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,120 | $4,121 |
Wider area = New York, NY. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,620 (11212) to $4,460 (11217).
Census figures for 11213 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,670. Median household income $65,127. 83% of homes are rented. 54% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 30% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 11213's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 11213Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Albany I & II?
Apply through New York City Housing Authority, which runs Albany I & II. Call (212) 306-3000. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Albany I & II Section 8 housing?
Albany I & II is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Albany I & II?
Public records list 1,220 units at Albany I & II in Brooklyn, NY 11213. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Albany I & II?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 11213 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Albany I & II?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Albany I & II in Brooklyn, NY 11213. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Brooklyn, NY 11213?
Most income-restricted buildings in Brooklyn, NY 11213 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $59,400, and $84,800 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($95,000 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Brooklyn, NY 11213?
For many programs in Brooklyn, NY 11213, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $59,400 a year for 1 person and $84,800 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $95,000 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Brooklyn, NY 11213?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Brooklyn, NY 11213, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Brooklyn, NY 11213 is $2,970 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Albany I & II take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Albany I & II has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Brooklyn, NY 11213 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Albany I & II.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.