West and Alder Courts Public Housing Olean, NY
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
West and Alder Courts is a Public Housing community in Olean, NY with 108 units reporting 94% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $558/month on average. The property reported a typical wait of roughly 4 months.
108
total units
94%
occupancy
$558
avg resident rent
4 mo
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 305 N 15th St, Olean, NY 14760 Map → |
| Average household income | $27,015/yr |
| Average personal income | $9,005/yr |
| People per unit | 3 |
| Moved in within last year | 12% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 55% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 81% |
| One-bedroom share | 4% |
How to apply at West and Alder Courts
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 305 N 15th St, Olean; 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 (~$558/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Olean
- Aspen Tower PB Section 8
- Spring & Seneca Ct. Public Housing
- Olean House Public Housing
- South Court Public Housing
- State Street Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8
- Brookside Community §202 Senior
- Cranberry Court LIHTC
- First Apts Olean LIHTC
- R & a Grant Housing §811
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| J & D Housing Corporation §811 | Hinsdale | 8.8 km |
| Portville Square Apts LIHTC | Portville | 10.8 km |
← All subsidized housing in Olean
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does West and Alder Courts 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 West and Alder Courts?
Residents report average rents near $558/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 West and Alder Courts?
Contact the management office at 305 N 15th St in Olean. 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.