Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Chelsea, NY 12512
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 12512 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Chelsea, NY 12512. 52 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 12512
The 20 closest of 52 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Meadow Ridge Apts
100 Meadowridge Cir, Beacon, NY 12508
2.8 mi away
54 units · 53 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
West End Lofts Phase 1
1 Liam Drive, Beacon, NY 12508
3.4 mi away
73 units · 50 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Dimarco Place II Senior Residence
36 S Remsen Ave, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
3.6 mi away
32 units · 1 BR
Davies South Terrace Apartments
1-22 Davis South Terrace, Beacon, NY 12508
3.7 mi away
124 units · 115 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Avalon View Apts.
Rte 9D, Fishkill, NY 12524
3.8 mi away
288 units · 60 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Berkeley Square
62 Imperial Blvd, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
4 mi away
150 units · 149 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Varick-Peterson Homes
121-a Varick Homes, Newburgh, NY 12550
4.2 mi away
122 units · 119 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Lander Street Houses
173 Lander St, Newburgh, NY 12550
4.2 mi away
31 units · 30 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Mensch Mgmt Inc
6 Farrington St, Newburgh, NY 12550
4.3 mi away
4 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Community Residence Brady Avenue
21 Brady Ave, Newburgh, NY 12550
4.3 mi away
7 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Lander Street Houses II
154 Lander St, Newburgh, NY 12550
4.3 mi away
34 units · 33 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Aggressive Mgmt Inc Housing
14 Farrington St, Newburgh, NY 12550
4.3 mi away
4 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Views at Rocky Glen
Fishkill, NY 12524
4.3 mi away
82 units · 49 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Horizons at Fishkill
Dogwood Ln, Fishkill, NY 12524
4.3 mi away
90 units · 89 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
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Rents and income limits in 12512
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,250/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $90,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY area · median family income $125,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $26,450 | $44,100 | $70,500 |
| 2 | $30,200 | $50,400 | $80,600 |
| 3 | $34,000 | $56,700 | $90,650 |
| 4 | $37,750 | $62,950 | $100,700 |
| 5 | $40,800 | $68,000 | $108,800 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $73,050 | $116,850 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $78,100 | $124,900 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $83,100 | $132,950 |
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 | 12512 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,570 | $1,484 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,750 | $1,659 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,250 | $2,131 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,840 | $2,685 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,980 | $2,824 |
Wider area = Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,920 (12520) to $2,800 (10516).
Census figures for 12512 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $99,025. 16% of homes are rented.
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 12512's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 12512Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Chelsea, NY 12512?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Chelsea, NY 12512, 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 Chelsea, NY 12512 have openings?
These lists for Chelsea, NY 12512 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 Chelsea, NY 12512?
Use the phone number on each building card in Chelsea, NY 12512. 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 Chelsea, NY 12512?
In Chelsea, NY 12512, 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 12512?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 12512 right now. 52 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 12512?
Yes — this page also lists 52 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Chelsea, NY 12512 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Chelsea, NY 12512?
Most income-restricted buildings in Chelsea, NY 12512 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 $44,100, and $62,950 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($70,500 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 Chelsea, NY 12512?
For many programs in Chelsea, NY 12512, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $44,100 a year for 1 person and $62,950 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $70,500 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 Chelsea, NY 12512?
There is no single waiting list for Chelsea, NY 12512. 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 Chelsea, NY 12512?
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 Chelsea, NY 12512?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Chelsea, NY 12512, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Chelsea, NY 12512 is $2,250 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 Chelsea, NY 12512?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Chelsea, NY 12512. 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 Chelsea, NY 12512?
This page may still list buildings in Chelsea, NY 12512 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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