Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Astoria, NY 11102
9 affordable buildings in 11102 · 198 more within 2 mi
Astoria, NY 11102 has 9 income-restricted buildings: 6 tax credit, 1 public housing, 3 Section 8, and 3 senior. 198 more are listed within 2 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 11102
Astoria
320 27th Ave, Queens, NY 11102
1,103 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through New York City Housing Authority
Long Island City Senior Housing
25-63 22nd St, New York, NY 11102
73 units · 72 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Halletts Point Building 7
3-24 27 Avenue, Astoria, NY 11102
163 units · 162 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Hallets Cove Apts
20 27th Ave, Astoria, NY 11102
60 units · 58 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
No buildings in 11102 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 198 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Catherine Sheridan Houses
31-41 23rd St, New York, NY 11106
0.5 mi away
241 units · 240 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People experiencing homelessness
PCA Senior Residence
31-30 to 31-40 33rd Street, New York, NY 11106
0.7 mi away
66 units · 65 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Spiti Housing for the Elderly
32-02 Broadway, New York, NY 11106
0.7 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Wilfrid East + West
1880 Bathgate Avenue, Queens, NY 11103
0.9 mi away
137 units · Studio–3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Ravenswood
3550 21st St, Queens, NY 11106
1 mi away
2,163 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through New York City Housing Authority
Hour Apartment House III
36-11 12th Street, Long Island City, NY 11106
1 mi away
18 units · 2–3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Marine Terrace
20-26 18th Street, New York, NY 11105
1.1 mi away
444 units · 441 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Stanley Isaacs
405 E 92nd St, New York, NY 10128
1.2 mi away
1,320 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through New York City Housing Authority
Northtown Phase II
4 River Rd, New York, NY 10044
1.2 mi away
791 units · 222 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Rivereast
408 East 92nd Street, New York, NY 10128
1.3 mi away
196 units · 39 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Chesapeake
345 E 94th St, New York, NY 10128
1.3 mi away
208 units · 43 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
The Gilbert
1912 First Avenue, New York, NY 10029
1.3 mi away
92 units · Studio–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Draper Hall
1918 First Ave, New York, NY 10029
1.3 mi away
203 units · 202 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
East River
420 E 105th St, New York, NY 10029
1.4 mi away
1,555 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through New York City Housing Authority
1850 Second Ave
1850 Second Ave, New York, NY 10128
1.4 mi away
48 units · Studio–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 11102
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $3,920/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $156,800/yr
- Renters in 11102 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 43%
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 | 11102 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,420 | $2,593 |
| 1 bedroom | $3,600 | $2,729 |
| 2 bedrooms | $3,920 | $2,971 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,960 | $3,760 |
| 4 bedrooms | $5,440 | $4,121 |
Wider area = New York, NY. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,620 (10029) to $4,460 (10021).
Census figures for 11102 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,209. Median household income $96,617. 87% of homes are rented. 43% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 21% 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 11102's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 11102Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Astoria, NY 11102?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Astoria, NY 11102, 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 Astoria, NY 11102 have openings?
These lists for Astoria, NY 11102 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 Astoria, NY 11102?
Use the phone number on each building card in Astoria, NY 11102. 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 Astoria, NY 11102?
In Astoria, NY 11102, 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 11102?
This directory lists 9 income-restricted buildings in Astoria, NY 11102. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 11102?
Yes — this page also lists 198 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Astoria, NY 11102 (within about 2 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Astoria, NY 11102?
Most income-restricted buildings in Astoria, NY 11102 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 Astoria, NY 11102?
For many programs in Astoria, NY 11102, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Astoria, NY 11102?
There is no single waiting list for Astoria, NY 11102. 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 Astoria, NY 11102?
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. This page lists public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Astoria, NY 11102. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Astoria, NY 11102?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Astoria, NY 11102, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Astoria, NY 11102 is $3,920 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Astoria, NY 11102?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Astoria, NY 11102. 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 Astoria, NY 11102?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Astoria, NY 11102. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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.
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