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Fort Plain Housing Agency

Name: Fort Plain Housing Agency
Address: 57 Phila St, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, US
Telephone: 5183728846

57 Phila St, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866

Information verified October 2, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 11 hr ago

About This Property

Fort Plain Housing Agency operates 242 units of public housing in Saratoga Springs, NY. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The property functions as part of the local housing authority's portfolio.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: In-person or Mail or Multiple

The Public Housing waiting list is currently open with no predetermined closing date. Preferences include veteran status, living and/or working in Saratoga Springs, elderly, or disabled. More specific preferences include Veterans with honorable discharge, victims of domestic violence, persons with disabilities receiving SSI or SSD, persons over age 62, and persons working over 20 hours per week. Applications are placed on the waiting list by submission date, with preference points applied. Saratoga Springs Housing Authority (PHA code NY530) is the official name for the agency referenced as Fort Plain Housing Agency in Saratoga Springs, NY. Applications can be picked up at 1 South Federal Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, or requested by calling 518-584-6600. An online portal is available for application updates and status checks.

Last verified May 31, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

The Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently closed. Applications for Embury Apartments (Section 8), a PBV program, must be submitted through the My Housing Applicant Portal when open.

Last verified February 13, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated October 2, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

242

Fair Market Rent - Saratoga 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 - Saratoga 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 Saratoga Springs, NY?+

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

How many units does Fort Plain Housing Agency have?+

Fort Plain Housing Agency has a total of 242 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Fort Plain Housing Agency?+

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 Saratoga County, NY?+

For a 4-person household in Saratoga 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.

How do I apply for housing at Fort Plain Housing Agency?+

Fort Plain Housing Agency is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5183728846, 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.

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