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Town of Babylon

Name: Town of Babylon
Address: 281 Phelps Ln, North Babylon, NY, 11703, US
Telephone: 6318931040

281 Phelps Ln, North Babylon, NY, 11703

Information verified September 7, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 8 hr ago

About This Property

Town of Babylon is a public housing community in North Babylon, NY, operated by the housing authority in Suffolk County. The property contains 881 units and currently maintains closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

Family needs are considered for invitations to apply; declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist. Eligibility generally requires meeting HUD low-income guidelines. To apply, historically involved calling (631) 893-1040, visiting their website, or contacting the property management office.

Last verified April 24, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Mail

The waiting list uses a lottery system for selection, and eligibility is based on HUD low-income guidelines. Declining two invitations to apply will remove the application from the waitlist. Applicants must submit written changes to contact information by mail.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 7, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

881

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.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $27,300
Very Low (50%): $45,500
Low (80%): $66,450

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,200
Very Low (50%): $52,000
Low (80%): $75,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,100
Very Low (50%): $58,500
Low (80%): $85,450

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $38,950
Very Low (50%): $64,950
Low (80%): $94,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $42,100
Very Low (50%): $70,150
Low (80%): $102,500

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $45,200
Very Low (50%): $75,350
Low (80%): $110,100

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $48,300
Very Low (50%): $80,550
Low (80%): $117,700

8 Persons

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in North Babylon, 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 Town of Babylon is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Town of Babylon have?+

Town of Babylon has a total of 881 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Town of Babylon?+

Town of Babylon is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6318931040, 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.

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.

Is there a waitlist for Town of Babylon?+

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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