Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Brooktondale, NY 14817
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 14817 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Brooktondale, NY 14817. 23 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 14817
The 20 closest of 23 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Fountain Manor
9 Midline Rd, Slaterville Springs, NY 14881
2.7 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Ellis Hollow Apts
1028 Ellis Hollow Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
8.4 mi away
104 units · 91 income-restricted · 1 BR
Willowbrook Manor
5 Neptune Dr, Dryden, NY 13053
9.6 mi away
50 units · 1 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Stone Quarry Apartments Ithaca
400 - 406 Spencer Road Bldg a, Ithaca, NY 14850
10 mi away
35 units · 29 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Titus Towers
800 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY 14850
10 mi away
235 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Ithaca Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Breckenridge Place
100 W Seneca St, Ithaca, NY 14850
10.1 mi away
39 units · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Founders Way
320 W Buffalo St, Ithaca, NY 14850
10.3 mi away
75 units · 60 income-restricted · Studio–4+ BR · People with disabilities
- Several buildings — call for addresses
210 Hancock Street Redevelopment
210 Hancock St, Ithaca, NY 14850
10.6 mi away
59 units · 47 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
West End Heights
701 West Court Street, Ithaca, NY 14850
10.6 mi away
60 units · 1 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Ithaca Special Needs Sro
320 Third St, Ithaca, NY 14850
10.7 mi away
38 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Ithaca Arthaus
130 Cherry Street, Ithaca, NY 14850
10.7 mi away
124 units · 111 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Cedar Creek
310 Floral Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850
10.8 mi away
39 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Cayuga Flats
209 Elm Street, Ithaca, NY 14850
10.9 mi away
29 units · Studio–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Several buildings — call for addresses
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Rents and income limits in 14817
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,830/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $73,200/yr
- Renters in 14817 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 47%
Income limits (2026)
Ithaca, NY area · median family income $118,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,800 | $41,300 | $66,100 |
| 2 | $28,350 | $47,200 | $75,550 |
| 3 | $31,900 | $53,100 | $85,000 |
| 4 | $35,400 | $59,000 | $94,400 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $63,750 | $102,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $68,450 | $109,550 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $73,200 | $117,100 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $77,900 | $124,650 |
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 | 14817 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,320 | $1,198 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,530 | $1,427 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,830 | $1,709 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,200 | $2,040 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,780 | $2,631 |
Wider area = Ithaca, NY. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 10 nearby ZIPs range from $1,220 (13835) to $1,950 (14850).
Census figures for 14817 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,482. Median household income $77,228. 39% of homes are rented. 47% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 10% 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 14817's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 14817Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Brooktondale, NY 14817?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Brooktondale, NY 14817, 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 Brooktondale, NY 14817 have openings?
These lists for Brooktondale, NY 14817 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 Brooktondale, NY 14817?
Use the phone number on each building card in Brooktondale, NY 14817. 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 Brooktondale, NY 14817?
In Brooktondale, NY 14817, 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 14817?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 14817 right now. 23 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 14817?
Yes — this page also lists 23 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Brooktondale, NY 14817 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Brooktondale, NY 14817?
Most income-restricted buildings in Brooktondale, NY 14817 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 $41,300, and $59,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($66,100 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 Brooktondale, NY 14817?
For many programs in Brooktondale, NY 14817, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $41,300 a year for 1 person and $59,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $66,100 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 Brooktondale, NY 14817?
There is no single waiting list for Brooktondale, NY 14817. 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 Brooktondale, NY 14817?
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 Brooktondale, NY 14817?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Brooktondale, NY 14817, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Brooktondale, NY 14817 is $1,830 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 Brooktondale, NY 14817?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Brooktondale, NY 14817. 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 Brooktondale, NY 14817?
This page may still list buildings in Brooktondale, NY 14817 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 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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