About This Property
Riverhead Housing Development Corporation operates 196 units of public housing in Riverhead, NY in Suffolk County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The property is managed by the local housing authority.
Waitlist Information
No current definitive information found regarding the waiting list status for Public Housing programs.
Preferences included living, working, or attending school in Riverhead; extremely low-income households; elderly or disabled residents of Riverhead. Applications were selected by random lottery based on preferences.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 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 Riverhead, 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 Riverhead Housing Development Corproration is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Riverhead Housing Development Corproration have?+
Riverhead Housing Development Corproration has a total of 196 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Riverhead Housing Development Corproration?+
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.
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 Riverhead Housing Development Corproration?+
Riverhead Housing Development Corproration is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6317228701, 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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Nearby Schools
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