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Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Somers, NY 10589

No income-restricted buildings are listed in 10589 — here are the closest ones.

No income-restricted buildings are listed in Somers, NY 10589. 5 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 5 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.

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Rents and income limits in 10589

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$3,940/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$157,600/yr
Renters in 10589 paying 30% or more of income on rent
63%

Income limits (2026)

Westchester County, NY area · median family income $164,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.

PeopleExtremely low 30%Very low 50%Low 80%
1$35,650$59,400$88,100
2$40,750$67,850$100,700
3$45,850$76,350$113,300
4$50,900$84,800$125,850
5$55,000$91,600$135,950
6$59,050$98,400$146,000
7$63,150$105,200$156,100
8$67,200$111,950$166,150

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.

Size10589Wider area
Studio$3,420$2,593
1 bedroom$3,600$2,729
2 bedrooms$3,940$2,971
3 bedrooms$4,930$3,760
4 bedrooms$5,360$4,121

Wider area = New York, NY. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,620 (10505) to $4,460 (10536).

Census figures for 10589 (2020–2024 average): median rent $3,500+. Median household income $129,214. 9% of homes are rented. 63% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 50% 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 10589's fair market rent.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 10589

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there Section 8 housing in Somers, NY 10589?

Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Somers, NY 10589, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.

Do affordable housing buildings in Somers, NY 10589 have openings?

These lists for Somers, NY 10589 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.

How do I apply for affordable housing in Somers, NY 10589?

Use the phone number on each building card in Somers, NY 10589. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.

What counts as affordable housing in Somers, NY 10589?

In Somers, NY 10589, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.

How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 10589?

No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 10589 right now. 5 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.

Is there affordable housing near 10589?

Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Somers, NY 10589 (within about 5 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.

People Also Ask

How do I qualify for affordable housing in Somers, NY 10589?

Most income-restricted buildings in Somers, NY 10589 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% ($88,100 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 Somers, NY 10589?

For many programs in Somers, NY 10589, 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 $88,100 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.

How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Somers, NY 10589?

There is no single waiting list for Somers, NY 10589. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.

What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Somers, NY 10589?

Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.

How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Somers, NY 10589?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Somers, NY 10589, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Somers, NY 10589 is $3,940 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.

Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Somers, NY 10589?

A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Somers, NY 10589. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.

Is there senior affordable housing in Somers, NY 10589?

This page may still list buildings in Somers, NY 10589 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.

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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.

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