Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Fort Drum, NY 13602
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 13602 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Fort Drum, NY 13602. 39 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 13602
The 20 closest of 39 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Northview Apts
8124 Schell Ave, Evans Mills, NY 13637
3.9 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Ledges I
26686 Boyer Cir, Evans Mills, NY 13637
4.5 mi away
100 units · 85 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Wood Creek Apts
26185 Jewett Pl, Calcium, NY 13616
5 mi away
104 units · 80 income-restricted · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Chase Harrington Manor
11 Irish Ave, Philadelphia, NY 13673
7 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Philadelphia Court
661 Philadelphia Court Dr, Philadelphia, NY 13673
7.1 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Philadelphia Courts
661 Philadelphia Ct N, Philadelphia, NY 13673
7.1 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Philadelphia Apts
729 Stonewood Dr, Philadelphia, NY 13673
7.4 mi away
28 units · 21 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
North Country Rural Preservation
258 Champion St, Carthage, NY 13619
7.6 mi away
254 units · 250 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Wm Dalton Est
38 N Broad St, Carthage, NY 13619
7.9 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
West Carthage
63 Madison St Apt 211, Carthage, NY 13619
7.9 mi away
50 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Wilna Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Huntington Heights
1620-a Huntington St, Watertown, NY 13601
8.2 mi away
151 units · 150 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Starwood Apts
845 Starbuck Ave, Watertown, NY 13601
8.5 mi away
91 units · 39 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR · People experiencing homelessness
Eastbrook
1708 Ohio St, Watertown, NY 13601
8.5 mi away
200 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Watertown Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Creekwood Phase II
209 Creekwood Drive, Watertown, NY 13601
8.5 mi away
104 units · 78 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Long Falls
222 State St, Carthage, NY 13619
8.5 mi away
100 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Wilna Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 61 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 13602
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,600/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $64,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Watertown-Fort Drum, NY area · median family income $86,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,900 | $31,500 | $50,350 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $36,000 | $57,550 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,500 | $64,750 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $44,950 | $71,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $52,150 | $83,450 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $55,750 | $89,200 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $59,350 | $94,950 |
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 | 13602 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,110 | $1,012 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,230 | $1,111 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,600 | $1,453 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,190 | $1,995 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,600 | $2,376 |
Wider area = Watertown-Fort Drum, NY. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 10 nearby ZIPs range from $1,270 (13638) to $1,800 (13603).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 13602's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 13602Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Fort Drum, NY 13602?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Fort Drum, NY 13602, 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 Fort Drum, NY 13602 have openings?
These lists for Fort Drum, NY 13602 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 Fort Drum, NY 13602?
Use the phone number on each building card in Fort Drum, NY 13602. 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 Fort Drum, NY 13602?
In Fort Drum, NY 13602, 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 13602?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 13602 right now. 39 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 13602?
Yes — this page also lists 39 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Fort Drum, NY 13602 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Fort Drum, NY 13602?
Most income-restricted buildings in Fort Drum, NY 13602 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 $31,500, and $44,950 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($50,350 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 Fort Drum, NY 13602?
For many programs in Fort Drum, NY 13602, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,500 a year for 1 person and $44,950 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $50,350 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 Fort Drum, NY 13602?
There is no single waiting list for Fort Drum, NY 13602. 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 Fort Drum, NY 13602?
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 Fort Drum, NY 13602?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Fort Drum, NY 13602, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Fort Drum, NY 13602 is $1,600 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 Fort Drum, NY 13602?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Fort Drum, NY 13602. 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 Fort Drum, NY 13602?
This page may still list buildings in Fort Drum, NY 13602 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; 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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