Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Ballston Lake, NY 12019
1 affordable building in 12019 · 28 more within 9 mi
Ballston Lake, NY 12019 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit and 1 senior. 28 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 12019
No buildings in 12019 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 28 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Council Meadows
126 Council Ln, Burnt Hills, NY 12027
2.5 mi away
25 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Blue Heron Apartments
5101-5308 Blue Heron Way, Ballston, NY 12020
4.4 mi away
60 units · 1–3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Doubleday Woods
91 Church Ave, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
4.6 mi away
96 units · 95 income-restricted · 1 BR
Clifton Park Senior Apts
579 Waite Rd, Rexford, NY 12148
4.8 mi away
70 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Shenendehowa Village
300 Solomon Ave, Clifton Park, NY 12065
6.3 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 1 BR
Ballston Pines
155 Rowland St, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
6.5 mi away
32 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Yates Village Phase II (Parcel 1, 2, 3)
2450 Van Vranken Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12308
7.1 mi away
300 units · 285 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No Name
126 Jay St, Schenectady, NY 12302
8.4 mi away
20 units · 10 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Renaissance Square
104 Irving Street, Schenectady, NY 12308
8.8 mi away
55 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
State Hulett Nsa
799 Albany Street, Schenectady, NY 12307
9.2 mi away
105 units · 104 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR · People with disabilities
Depaul Schenectady - Josephe L Allen
780 Albany St, Schenectady, NY 12307
9.2 mi away
51 units · Studio–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 12019
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,650/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $66,000/yr
- Renters in 12019 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 35%
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 | 12019 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,190 | $1,238 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,370 | $1,425 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,711 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,970 | $2,039 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,170 | $2,249 |
Wider area = Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,540 (12148) to $2,230 (12151).
Census figures for 12019 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,242. Median household income $112,420. 19% of homes are rented. 35% 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 12019's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 12019Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Ballston Lake, NY 12019?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Ballston Lake, NY 12019, 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 Ballston Lake, NY 12019 have openings?
These lists for Ballston Lake, NY 12019 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 Ballston Lake, NY 12019?
Use the phone number on each building card in Ballston Lake, NY 12019. 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 Ballston Lake, NY 12019?
In Ballston Lake, NY 12019, 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 12019?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Ballston Lake, NY 12019. 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 12019?
Yes — this page also lists 28 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Ballston Lake, NY 12019 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Ballston Lake, NY 12019?
Most income-restricted buildings in Ballston Lake, NY 12019 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 Ballston Lake, NY 12019?
For many programs in Ballston Lake, NY 12019, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Ballston Lake, NY 12019?
There is no single waiting list for Ballston Lake, NY 12019. 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 Ballston Lake, NY 12019?
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 tax-credit apartments in Ballston Lake, NY 12019. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Ballston Lake, NY 12019?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Ballston Lake, NY 12019, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Ballston Lake, NY 12019 is $1,650 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 Ballston Lake, NY 12019?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Ballston Lake, NY 12019. 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 Ballston Lake, NY 12019?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Ballston Lake, NY 12019. 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; 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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