Amsterdam Addition LIHTCPublic Housing New York, NY
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Amsterdam Addition is a Public Housing community in New York, NY with 148 units reporting 97% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $653/month on average.
148
total units
97%
occupancy
$653
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) |
|---|---|
| Address | 240 W 65th St, New York, NY 10023 Map → |
| Average household income | $26,526/yr |
| Average personal income | $14,210/yr |
| People per unit | 1.9 |
| Moved in within last year | 4% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 75% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 93% |
| One-bedroom share | 39% |
How to apply at Amsterdam Addition
LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
- Call or visit the management office at 240 W 65th St, New York; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$653/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Amsterdam Addition have?
Public Housing; Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC). LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
How much is rent at Amsterdam Addition?
Residents report average rents near $653/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Amsterdam Addition?
Contact the management office at 240 W 65th St in New York. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.