About This Property
The City of Beacon Housing Authority operates 635 units of public housing in Beacon, NY. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in Dutchess County.
Waitlist Information
Applications are accepted for families and senior/disabled individuals. Preferences include living/working in Beacon, veteran status, displaced by a natural disaster, victim of domestic violence, disabled, or elderly.
Applications were accepted until June 28, 2024. Eligible families are issued a voucher and must locate a unit to rent.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Dutchess 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 | $1,237 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,419 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,825 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,315 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,560 |
Income Limits - Dutchess County, NY
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,200
- Low (80%)
- $55,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,200
- Low (80%)
- $63,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,250
- Low (80%)
- $71,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $30,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,250
- Low (80%)
- $79,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $32,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $54,300
- Low (80%)
- $86,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $58,300
- Low (80%)
- $92,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $62,350
- Low (80%)
- $99,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $66,350
- Low (80%)
- $105,500
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $21,150 | $35,200 | $55,950 |
| 2 Persons | $24,150 | $40,200 | $63,950 |
| 3 Persons | $27,150 | $45,250 | $71,950 |
| 4 Persons | $30,150 | $50,250 | $79,900 |
| 5 Persons | $32,600 | $54,300 | $86,300 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $58,300 | $92,700 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $62,350 | $99,100 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $66,350 | $105,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Beacon, NY?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Dutchess County, NY is: $1237 (Studio), $1419 (1BR), $1825 (2BR), $2315 (3BR), $2560 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like The City of Beacon Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does The City of Beacon Housing Authority have?+
The City of Beacon Housing Authority has a total of 635 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at The City of Beacon Housing Authority?+
The City of Beacon Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8458311289, 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.
Is there a waitlist for The City of Beacon 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Dutchess County, NY?+
For a 4-person household in Dutchess County, NY, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $30,150, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $50,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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