Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Stephentown, NY 12168
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 12168 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Stephentown, NY 12168. 21 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 12168
The 20 closest of 21 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Kowchuk Residence
11 Kowchuk Road, Lanesborough, MA 01237
7.2 mi away
4 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Epworth Arms
350 West St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
10.1 mi away
39 units · 38 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Berkshire Peak
341 West St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
10.1 mi away
120 units · 113 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
New Amsterdam LP
421 N St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
10.2 mi away
67 units · 1–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Capitol Square Apts
31 Bradford St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
10.2 mi away
69 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Berkshiretown Associates
176 Columbus Ave, Pittsfield, MA 01201
10.2 mi away
184 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Dower Square
65 Columbus Ave, Pittsfield, MA 01201
10.2 mi away
163 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Pittsfield Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rice Silk Mill
55 Spring St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
10.4 mi away
45 units · 43 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Central Annex
99 Second St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
10.6 mi away
103 units · 101 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Thomas Flynn, Jr. Community Apts
189 First St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
10.6 mi away
11 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Pleasant Pittsfield
193 Wendell Ave, Pittsfield, MA 01201
10.9 mi away
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Gamwell Residence
31 Gamwell Ave, Pittsfield, MA 01201
11.2 mi away
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Pittsfield April Lane LLC
52, 58 April Lane, Pittsfield, MA 01201
13 mi away
100 units · 20 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
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Rents and income limits in 12168
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,650/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $66,000/yr
- Renters in 12168 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 51%
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 | 12168 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,230 | $1,238 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,340 | $1,425 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,711 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,060 | $2,039 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,370 | $2,249 |
Wider area = Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,300 (12125) to $2,190 (01267).
Census figures for 12168 (2020–2024 average): median rent $618. Median household income $88,830. 12% of homes are rented. 51% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 0% 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 12168's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 12168Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Stephentown, NY 12168?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Stephentown, NY 12168, 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 Stephentown, NY 12168 have openings?
These lists for Stephentown, NY 12168 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 Stephentown, NY 12168?
Use the phone number on each building card in Stephentown, NY 12168. 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 Stephentown, NY 12168?
In Stephentown, NY 12168, 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 12168?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 12168 right now. 21 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 12168?
Yes — this page also lists 21 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Stephentown, NY 12168 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Stephentown, NY 12168?
Most income-restricted buildings in Stephentown, NY 12168 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 Stephentown, NY 12168?
For many programs in Stephentown, NY 12168, 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 Stephentown, NY 12168?
There is no single waiting list for Stephentown, NY 12168. 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 Stephentown, NY 12168?
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 Stephentown, NY 12168?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Stephentown, NY 12168, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Stephentown, NY 12168 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 Stephentown, NY 12168?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Stephentown, NY 12168. 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 Stephentown, NY 12168?
This page may still list buildings in Stephentown, NY 12168 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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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