
About This Property
Options for Community Living offers 75 units in Centereach, NY and operates as a public housing authority. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed; interested applicants should contact the housing authority directly for future availability.
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed; Options for Community Living manages 75 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 7, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Suffolk 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 | $1,708 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,144 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,508 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,246 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,521 |
Income Limits - Suffolk County, NY
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,500
- Low (80%)
- $66,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,000
- Low (80%)
- $75,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $58,500
- Low (80%)
- $85,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $38,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $64,950
- Low (80%)
- $94,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $42,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $70,150
- Low (80%)
- $102,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $45,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $75,350
- Low (80%)
- $110,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $48,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $80,550
- Low (80%)
- $117,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $51,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $85,750
- Low (80%)
- $125,300
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $27,300 | $45,500 | $66,450 |
| 2 Persons | $31,200 | $52,000 | $75,950 |
| 3 Persons | $35,100 | $58,500 | $85,450 |
| 4 Persons | $38,950 | $64,950 | $94,900 |
| 5 Persons | $42,100 | $70,150 | $102,500 |
| 6 Persons | $45,200 | $75,350 | $110,100 |
| 7 Persons | $48,300 | $80,550 | $117,700 |
| 8 Persons | $51,450 | $85,750 | $125,300 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Centereach, NY?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Suffolk County, NY is: $1708 (Studio), $2144 (1BR), $2508 (2BR), $3246 (3BR), $3521 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Options for Community Living is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Options for Community Living have?+
Options for Community Living has a total of 75 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Suffolk County, NY?+
For a 4-person household in Suffolk County, NY, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $38,950, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $64,950, Low Income (80% AMI): $94,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Options for Community Living?+
Options for Community Living is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6314711215, 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 Options for Community Living?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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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