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Albany Housing Authority

Name: Albany Housing Authority
Address: 200 S Pearl St, Albany, NY, 12202, US
Telephone: 5186417500

200 S Pearl St, Albany, NY, 12202

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 10 hr ago

About This Property

Albany Housing Authority operates 4,801 units of public housing in Albany, NY. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides affordable rental options through its portfolio of residential properties.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Online

Currently only accepting applications for one and two-bedroom apartments at Public Housing sites. Preference for working families, or those unable to work due to age or disability AND who live or work in the City of Albany, NY.

Last verified February 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Albany Housing Authority is not currently accepting applications for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8).

Last verified February 6, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

4801

Fair Market Rent - Albany County, NY

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,011
1 Bedroom	$1,131
2 Bedroom	$1,374
3 Bedroom	$1,661
4 Bedroom	$1,830

Income Limits - Albany County, NY

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $20,100
Very Low (50%): $33,500
Low (80%): $53,550

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,000
Very Low (50%): $38,250
Low (80%): $61,200

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,850
Very Low (50%): $43,050
Low (80%): $68,850

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,700
Very Low (50%): $47,800
Low (80%): $76,500

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $51,650
Low (80%): $82,650

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $55,450
Low (80%): $88,750

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $59,300
Low (80%): $94,900

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $63,100
Low (80%): $101,000

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$20,100	$33,500	$53,550
2 Persons	$23,000	$38,250	$61,200
3 Persons	$25,850	$43,050	$68,850
4 Persons	$28,700	$47,800	$76,500
5 Persons	$31,040	$51,650	$82,650
6 Persons	$35,580	$55,450	$88,750
7 Persons	$40,120	$59,300	$94,900
8 Persons	$44,660	$63,100	$101,000

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Albany, NY?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Albany County, NY is: $1011 (Studio), $1131 (1BR), $1374 (2BR), $1661 (3BR), $1830 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Albany Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Albany Housing Authority have?+

Albany Housing Authority has a total of 4801 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Albany Housing Authority?+

Albany Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5186417500, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Albany County, NY?+

For a 4-person household in Albany County, NY, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $28,700, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $47,800, Low Income (80% AMI): $76,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Albany Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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