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Manhattan Housing Lottery 2026
Open applications, upcoming deadlines, AMI requirements, and email alerts for Manhattan affordable housing lotteries.
Quick Answer
Manhattan affordable housing lotteries are among the rarest and most competitive in NYC. Units are concentrated in upper Manhattan neighborhoods like Washington Heights, Inwood, and East Harlem.
How Manhattan Housing Lotteries Work
Manhattan affordable housing lotteries are posted on NYC Housing Connect, the official portal managed by the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). Applying is free.
- Manhattan lotteries receive the highest number of applications citywide
- Income requirements and rent levels vary significantly by neighborhood
- Many Manhattan lotteries target 60%–130% AMI due to higher development costs
- Proximity to transit and amenities makes Manhattan units exceptionally competitive
About Deadlines
Manhattan lottery deadlines pass quickly with high application volumes. Set up alerts to apply immediately when a Manhattan lottery opens.
Current Manhattan Lotteries
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