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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 June 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 22 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: Mail or In-person

The public housing waitlist is generally closed to new applicants, except for elderly, disabled, or handicap households, who can apply anytime. The Peekskill Housing Authority has no general waitlist preferences, but mobility-impaired individuals may be assigned accessible units if available. The average wait time is approximately 2 to 3 years.

Last verified June 2, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The City of Peekskill Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waiting list is currently closed. The last application period was from September 11, 2023, to September 15, 2023, with preferences for persons with disabilities, seniors (62+), veterans, and residents of the City of Peekskill or Westchester County.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 17, 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.

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.

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.

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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