Lottery Status

Open NYC Housing Lotteries

Active NYC housing lotteries currently accepting applications

About Open Lotteries

Open lotteries are currently accepting applications on NYC Housing Connect. You can apply now through the lottery deadline (if specified).

New lotteries open regularly throughout the year. Some have deadlines weeks or months away, while others may close within days.

Don't Wait Until the Last Day

Popular lotteries receive thousands of applications. Apply as soon as you confirm eligibility to avoid last-minute technical issues.

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See all open NYC Housing Connect lotteries updated directly from NYC Open Data.

Apply Directly

The official HPD portal where you submit applications for all NYC affordable housing lotteries.

Lotteries accepting applications range from brand-new openings (months of runway) to lotteries with deadlines a week away.
NYC Housing Connect allows you to apply to multiple open lotteries simultaneously.
Most open lotteries are available to all five boroughs — some have community board preference for local residents.
Applications are free. You will never be asked to pay to enter an NYC Housing Connect lottery.

Never miss a open lottery with email notifications sent directly to your inbox.

Have proof of income, ID, and household composition ready before starting your application.

Double-check income limits and household size requirements before applying to avoid disqualification.

Monitor your email (including spam) for lottery results and interview requests from HPD.

You can apply to as many lotteries as you qualify for. More applications = better chances.