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Syracuse Housing Authority

Name: Syracuse Housing Authority
Address: 516 Burt St, Syracuse, NY, 13202, US
Telephone: 3154756181

516 Burt St, Syracuse, NY, 13202

Information verified July 29, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 1 hr ago

About This Property

Syracuse Housing Authority operates 6,499 units of public housing in Syracuse, NY within Onondaga County. The organization currently maintains closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. As a housing authority, it provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Online

Public housing typically ranges from 6 months to 2 years depending on bedroom size needed. Applications to the Public Housing Wait List and other programs will now be accepted ONLINE. Reasonable accommodations for disabled or non-English speaking residents will be made available upon advance request.

Last verified July 24, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Email, Drop-box, Mail

Wait times for Section 8 vouchers may take 2-5 years. Emergency situations receive priority consideration. The Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) is conducting business as usual. All vouchers will be extended upon request.

Last verified July 1, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 29, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

6499

Fair Market Rent - Onondaga 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	$828
1 Bedroom	$916
2 Bedroom	$1,126
3 Bedroom	$1,381
4 Bedroom	$1,600

Income Limits - Onondaga County, NY

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,700
Very Low (50%): $27,850
Low (80%): $44,550

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $19,100
Very Low (50%): $31,800
Low (80%): $50,900

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $35,800
Low (80%): $57,250

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $39,750
Low (80%): $63,600

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $42,950
Low (80%): $68,700

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $46,150
Low (80%): $73,800

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $49,300
Low (80%): $78,900

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $52,500
Low (80%): $84,000

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,700	$27,850	$44,550
2 Persons	$19,100	$31,800	$50,900
3 Persons	$21,960	$35,800	$57,250
4 Persons	$26,500	$39,750	$63,600
5 Persons	$31,040	$42,950	$68,700
6 Persons	$35,580	$46,150	$73,800
7 Persons	$40,120	$49,300	$78,900
8 Persons	$44,660	$52,500	$84,000

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Onondaga County, NY is: $828 (Studio), $916 (1BR), $1126 (2BR), $1381 (3BR), $1600 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Syracuse Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Syracuse Housing Authority have?+

Syracuse Housing Authority has a total of 6499 housing units.

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

Syracuse Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3154756181, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Syracuse 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 Onondaga County, NY?+

For a 4-person household in Onondaga County, NY, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $39,750, Low Income (80% AMI): $63,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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