Find Affordable Housing
Before Everyone Else
Thousands of affordable apartments open on NYC Housing Connect every year — but most New Yorkers never know about them until it's too late. We change that.
Most people check Housing Connect once and forget — then miss the 60-day application window
Popular lotteries receive 30,000–70,000 applications — early applicants have a slight edge in processing
We monitor Housing Connect 24/7 and email you the moment a matching lottery opens
2026 NYC Income Bands (Single Person)
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Who Uses NYC Housing Lottery Alerts?
Anyone who qualifies for income-restricted housing in NYC.
Essential Workers
Teachers, nurses, transit workers, and city employees earning $40K–$90K who qualify for moderate-income lotteries but rarely see them advertised.
Growing Families
Families searching for 2- and 3-bedroom affordable units in Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx — where demand is highest and lotteries move fastest.
Recent Graduates
Early-career renters earning under $50,000 who qualify for lower AMI bands and want to get ahead of the competition on lottery applications.
Seniors
Seniors on fixed incomes who qualify for senior-preference or extremely low income units — often 30%–50% AMI — in their preferred borough.
Outer Borough Residents
Queens, Bronx, and Staten Island residents who want to stay in their community board area and benefit from the 50% local preference on most lotteries.
Upgrading Renters
Current renters paying market rate who qualify for the lottery and want a path to stable, regulated affordable rent in a newer building.
How Alerts Work
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Choose your borough(s), minimum bedroom size, and annual household income. Secure checkout via Stripe. $2.99/month.
We scan Housing Connect every few hours
Our system checks NYC Housing Connect multiple times daily across all five boroughs. Every new listing is cross-checked against your income band and preferences.
You receive an email alert
Your alert includes: building address, borough, unit type, monthly rent, income requirements, deadline date, and a direct link to apply on Housing Connect.
You apply directly on Housing Connect
We link you directly to the official NYC Housing Connect application. The application itself is always free — we only charge for the alert service.
Common Questions
Do I need a certain income to qualify for NYC affordable housing?
Yes — NYC affordable housing lotteries are income-restricted. Most units are available for households earning between 30% and 130% of the Area Median Income (AMI). In 2026, that ranges from roughly $27,000/year for a single person at 30% AMI to over $130,000/year at 120% AMI. Use our free AMI Calculator to find out which bands you qualify for.
What is NYC Housing Connect?
NYC Housing Connect is the official portal operated by NYC's Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and Housing Development Corporation (HDC) where all affordable housing lottery applications are submitted. We monitor Housing Connect on your behalf and send you alerts when new lotteries open.
How is this different from just checking Housing Connect myself?
Housing Connect doesn't notify you when new lotteries open — you have to check manually. New lotteries can appear any day of the week and often fill with thousands of applicants within the first few days. Our service watches for you 24/7 and emails you the moment a matching opportunity opens, including all key details so you can decide whether to apply immediately.
What does the service cost?
$2.99/month. There are no setup fees, no annual commitment, and no hidden charges. You can cancel anytime from your Stripe billing portal — no phone calls or emails required.
Can I apply to multiple lotteries at once?
Yes. NYC rules allow you to apply to as many open lotteries as you wish simultaneously. In fact, applying to every lottery you qualify for is the recommended strategy, since the odds per lottery are low and more applications increase your overall chances of being selected.
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