Tweemill House PB Section 8 New York, NY
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Tweemill House is a Project-Based Section 8 community in New York, NY with 39 units reporting 74% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $450/month on average.
39
total units
74%
occupancy
$450
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 143 E 126th St, New York, NY 10035 Map → |
| Average household income | $18,652/yr |
| Average personal income | $16,391/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 86% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 97% |
| One-bedroom share | 86% |
How to apply at Tweemill House
Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
- Call or visit the management office at 143 E 126th 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 (~$450/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Nicholas Public Housing | New York | 0.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Tweemill House have?
Project-Based Section 8. Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
How much is rent at Tweemill House?
Residents report average rents near $450/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 Tweemill House?
Contact the management office at 143 E 126th 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.