2827 River Road — Income-Restricted Housing in Schenectady, NY 12309
2827 River Road, Niskayuna, NY 12309
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Management office: (518) 437-5891Directions
How to apply
- Call the management office at (518) 437-5891 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2005
- Bedrooms
- 6 1 bedroom
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 95/100 (Apr 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 12309
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,920/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $76,800/yr
- Renters in 12309 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 39%
Income limits (2026)
Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY area · median family income $123,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,900 | $43,100 | $68,950 |
| 2 | $29,600 | $49,250 | $78,800 |
| 3 | $33,300 | $55,400 | $88,650 |
| 4 | $36,950 | $61,550 | $98,500 |
| 5 | $39,950 | $66,500 | $106,400 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $71,400 | $114,300 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $76,350 | $122,150 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $81,250 | $130,050 |
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 | 12309 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,390 | $1,238 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,600 | $1,425 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,920 | $1,711 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,290 | $2,039 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,520 | $2,249 |
Wider area = Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,540 (12148) to $2,110 (12084).
Census figures for 12309 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,499. Median household income $125,274. 18% of homes are rented. 39% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 13% 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 12309's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 12309Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to 2827 River Road?
Call (518) 437-5891 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at 2827 River Road in Schenectady, NY 12309. These records do not show openings.
Is 2827 River Road Section 8 housing?
2827 River Road is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at 2827 River Road?
Public records list 6 units at 2827 River Road in Schenectady, NY 12309. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near 2827 River Road?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 12309 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 2827 River Road?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at 2827 River Road in Schenectady, NY 12309. 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 Schenectady, NY 12309?
Most income-restricted buildings in Schenectady, NY 12309 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 $43,100, and $61,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($68,950 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 Schenectady, NY 12309?
For many programs in Schenectady, NY 12309, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $43,100 a year for 1 person and $61,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $68,950 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 Schenectady, NY 12309?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Schenectady, NY 12309, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Schenectady, NY 12309 is $1,920 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 2827 River Road take Section 8 vouchers?
2827 River Road is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
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.