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City of Peekskill

Name: City of Peekskill
Address: 840 Main St, Peekskill, NY, 10566, US
Telephone: 9147344216

840 Main St, Peekskill, NY, 10566

Information verified May 28, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 14 hr ago

About This Property

City of Peekskill provides 726 units of public housing in Peekskill, NY within Westchester County. The property operates through the local housing authority and currently maintains closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

The waitlist is currently closed to new applicants, except for elderly, disabled, or handicap households who can apply anytime by printing an application from the website or obtaining one from the office and returning it via mail or in-person. The PHA has no waitlist preferences.

Last verified May 20, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The most recent waiting list for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program was open from April 20, 2026, to May 1, 2026, and accepted applications online only. Preferences included persons with disabilities, seniors (62+), veterans, and residents of City of Peekskill or Westchester County.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 28, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

726

Fair Market Rent - Westchester 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	$1,648
1 Bedroom	$1,934
2 Bedroom	$2,352
3 Bedroom	$2,885
4 Bedroom	$3,132

Income Limits - Westchester County, NY

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $26,800
Very Low (50%): $44,650
Low (80%): $63,400

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $30,600
Very Low (50%): $51,000
Low (80%): $72,450

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $34,450
Very Low (50%): $57,400
Low (80%): $81,500

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $38,250
Very Low (50%): $63,750
Low (80%): $90,550

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $41,350
Very Low (50%): $68,850
Low (80%): $97,800

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,400
Very Low (50%): $73,950
Low (80%): $105,050

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $47,450
Very Low (50%): $79,050
Low (80%): $112,300

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $50,500
Very Low (50%): $84,150
Low (80%): $119,550

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$26,800	$44,650	$63,400
2 Persons	$30,600	$51,000	$72,450
3 Persons	$34,450	$57,400	$81,500
4 Persons	$38,250	$63,750	$90,550
5 Persons	$41,350	$68,850	$97,800
6 Persons	$44,400	$73,950	$105,050
7 Persons	$47,450	$79,050	$112,300
8 Persons	$50,500	$84,150	$119,550

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Westchester County, NY is: $1648 (Studio), $1934 (1BR), $2352 (2BR), $2885 (3BR), $3132 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like City of Peekskill is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does City of Peekskill have?+

City of Peekskill has a total of 726 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Westchester County, NY?+

For a 4-person household in Westchester County, NY, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $38,250, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $63,750, Low Income (80% AMI): $90,550. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for City of Peekskill?+

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.

How do I apply for housing at City of Peekskill?+

City of Peekskill is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9147344216, 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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