Real Estate
4 'Affordable' Harlem Apartments Up For Grabs On Housing Lottery
The so-called affordable apartments in Hamilton Heights require a minimum $82,800 household income to be eligible. Here's how to apply.
HARLEM, NY — A set of so-called "affordable" apartments were listed this week on the city's housing lottery, but families must take home upwards of $82,800 per year to even be eligible.
The four apartments at 1646 Amsterdam Ave. — between West 141st and 142nd streets in Hamilton Heights — include a two-bedroom unit and three three-bedroom units.
To apply for the two-bedroom, a two-person household needs an annual income of at least $82,800, or no more than $114,600. Households as large as five people can apply for that apartment, with the same $82,800 minimum income.
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The three-bedroom apartments are open to households between three and seven people, making a minimum of $95,692 or a maximum of $177,600 for a seven-person group.
People can apply online for the apartments on the Housing Connect website, or by mail by sending a self-addressed envelope to: 1652 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10031.
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The deadline to apply is June 1.
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