
About This Property
Sinclair Houses contains 81 units of affordable housing in New York County, including 80 low-income units placed in service in 2013. The property offers a mix of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom floor plans, with 35 one-bedroom and 36 two-bedroom units comprising the majority of the inventory. The development was financed through tax-exempt bonds and utilizes 4% low-income housing tax credits.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by New York City Housing Authority
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.
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.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 28, 2026
Property Details
HUD Inspection Score
HUD inspects properties on a 0-100 scale. Scores above 60 are considered passing.
Fair Market Rent - New York 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 - New York County, NY
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $25,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,800
- Low (80%)
- $66,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $28,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,750
- Low (80%)
- $76,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $32,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,700
- Low (80%)
- $85,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,650
- Low (80%)
- $95,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $38,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $64,450
- Low (80%)
- $103,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $41,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $69,200
- Low (80%)
- $110,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $74,000
- Low (80%)
- $118,400
- 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 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in New York, NY?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for New York County, NY is: $2386 (Studio), $2451 (1BR), $2752 (2BR), $3434 (3BR), $3700 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Sinclair Houses is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Sinclair Houses?+
Sinclair Houses offers the following unit types: 5 Studio, 35 One-Bedroom, 36 Two-Bedroom, 5 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 81 units.
Who manages Sinclair Houses?+
Sinclair Houses is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Is there a waitlist for Sinclair Houses?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at Sinclair Houses?+
Sinclair Houses is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in New York County, NY?+
For a 4-person household in New York 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 Sinclair Houses?+
Sinclair Houses has a HUD inspection score of 97 out of 100, which is considered excellent. HUD inspects subsidized housing properties to ensure they meet minimum health and safety standards. Scores of 60 or above are considered passing.
What is the price range for apartments in New York, NY?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for New York County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $2451, 2-bedroom: $2752, 3-bedroom: $3434. Actual rent at Sinclair Houses may be lower for income-eligible households.
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