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Gouverneur Morris I

Name: Gouverneur Morris I
Address: 500 E 171st St, Bronx, NY, 10457, US
Telephone: 2123063000
Rating: 53

500 E 171st St, Bronx, NY, 10457

Information verified July 28, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Gouverneur Morris I is a public housing development in the Bronx with 98 units available for rent at $520 per month. All units in the development are accessible. The property serves residents of Bronx County, New York.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by New York City Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Applicants can apply online or use kiosks at NYCHA Customer Contact Centers. Preferences include New York City residents, and single-member households who are elderly or disabled. Priority is also given to certain need-based categories like homeless families or victims of domestic violence.

Last verified July 24, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

NYCHA administers the largest Section 8 program in the country. Approximately 107,979 Section 8 vouchers and over 26,933 owners currently participate in the program. There are announcements about partial reopenings of the waitlist in June 2020 and June 2022, but no indication of current open status.

Last verified July 25, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 28, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Rent/Month

$520

Accessible Units

HUD Inspection Score

Needs Improvement

Inspected August 2018

HUD inspects properties on a 0-100 scale. Scores above 60 are considered passing.

Fair Market Rent - Bronx 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	$2,386
1 Bedroom	$2,451
2 Bedroom	$2,752
3 Bedroom	$3,434
4 Bedroom	$3,700

Income Limits - Bronx County, NY

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $25,100
Very Low (50%): $41,800
Low (80%): $66,850

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,650
Very Low (50%): $47,750
Low (80%): $76,400

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,250
Very Low (50%): $53,700
Low (80%): $85,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,800
Very Low (50%): $59,650
Low (80%): $95,450

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $38,700
Very Low (50%): $64,450
Low (80%): $103,100

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $41,550
Very Low (50%): $69,200
Low (80%): $110,750

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,400
Very Low (50%): $74,000
Low (80%): $118,400

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $47,300
Very Low (50%): $78,750
Low (80%): $126,000

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$25,100	$41,800	$66,850
2 Persons	$28,650	$47,750	$76,400
3 Persons	$32,250	$53,700	$85,950
4 Persons	$35,800	$59,650	$95,450
5 Persons	$38,700	$64,450	$103,100
6 Persons	$41,550	$69,200	$110,750
7 Persons	$44,400	$74,000	$118,400
8 Persons	$47,300	$78,750	$126,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent at Gouverneur Morris I?+

The estimated rent at Gouverneur Morris I is $520 per month. Actual rent may vary based on unit size, income level, and subsidy. Contact the property directly for current pricing.

How many units does Gouverneur Morris I have?+

Gouverneur Morris I has a total of 98 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Gouverneur Morris I?+

Gouverneur Morris I is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 2123063000, 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 Bronx County, NY?+

For a 4-person household in Bronx County, NY, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $35,800, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $59,650, Low Income (80% AMI): $95,450. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

What is the HUD inspection score for Gouverneur Morris I?+

Gouverneur Morris I has a HUD inspection score of 53 out of 100, which is considered below average. HUD inspects subsidized housing properties to ensure they meet minimum health and safety standards. Scores of 60 or above are considered passing.

Is there a waitlist for Gouverneur Morris I?+

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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