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The Municipal Housing Authority City Yonkers

Name: The Municipal Housing Authority City Yonkers
Address: 1511 Central Park Ave, Yonkers, NY, 10710, US
Telephone: 9147938400

1511 Central Park Ave, Yonkers, NY, 10710

Information verified September 28, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 20 hr ago

About This Property

The Municipal Housing Authority City Yonkers operates 5,250 units of public housing in Westchester County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority serves the Yonkers area with rental assistance and affordable housing options.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed. It was last open in December 2011 and for senior and family (studio/one-bedroom) units from June 27 to July 13, 2022. Eligibility requires household income, citizenship, and meeting screening requirements; senior units require applicants to be at least 62.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened September 20, 2026

Closed September 20, 2026

The Section 8 (HCV) waiting list is currently closed. It was last opened and closed on September 20, 2026. Past openings included preferences for veterans, families with children, elderly or disabled members, homeless families, grandparents raising grandchildren, Yonkers residents or employees, or those assisted under any HUD program.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 27, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

5250

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 Yonkers, 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 The Municipal Housing Authority City Yonkers is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does The Municipal Housing Authority City Yonkers have?+

The Municipal Housing Authority City Yonkers has a total of 5250 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for The Municipal Housing Authority City Yonkers?+

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 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 The Municipal Housing Authority City Yonkers?+

The Municipal Housing Authority City Yonkers is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9147938400, 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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