University Houses PB Section 8 Bronx, NY
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
University Houses is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Bronx, NY with 49 units reporting 88% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $531/month on average.
49
total units
88%
occupancy
$531
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 2251 Sedgwick Ave, Bronx, NY 10468 Map → |
| Average household income | $21,950/yr |
| Average personal income | $14,301/yr |
| People per unit | 1.5 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 86% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
How to apply at University Houses
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 2251 Sedgwick Ave, Bronx; 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 (~$531/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
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| Marble Hill LIHTCPublic Housing | Bronx | 1.1 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does University Houses 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 University Houses?
Residents report average rents near $531/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 University Houses?
Contact the management office at 2251 Sedgwick Ave in Bronx. 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.