Polo Grounds Towers Public Housing New York, NY
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Polo Grounds Towers is a Public Housing community in New York, NY with 1,613 units reporting 88% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $663/month on average.
1,613
total units
88%
occupancy
$663
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 2931 8th Ave, New York, NY 10039 Map → |
| Average household income | $26,656/yr |
| Average personal income | $11,506/yr |
| People per unit | 2.3 |
| Moved in within last year | 2% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 79% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 94% |
| One-bedroom share | 20% |
How to apply at Polo Grounds Towers
Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
- Call or visit the management office at 2931 8th Ave, 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 (~$663/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
| Drew Hamilton Houses LIHTC | New York | 1.1 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Polo Grounds Towers have?
Public Housing. Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
How much is rent at Polo Grounds Towers?
Residents report average rents near $663/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 Polo Grounds Towers?
Contact the management office at 2931 8th Ave 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.