How many low income apartments are in Oswego, NY?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Oswego with approximately 590 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Oswego?

Tenant-paid rents in Oswego's assisted buildings typically range from about $370 to $465 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Oswego?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Oswego?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Oswego County: about $1,123/mo for one-bedroom and $1,392/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Oswego, NY

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Oswego with roughly 590 assisted units — including 9 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $370 to $465 per month.

assisted properties

590

subsidized units

$418

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Oswego

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
St Luke's Elderly Housing PB Section 8	100	$465	—
Lock 7 Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Harbor View Square LIHTCPB Section 8	75	—	—
East Lake Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	70	—	—
Pontiac Terrace Apts PB Section 8	70	$370	—
Oswego Hamilton Homes Phase Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	58	—	—
Oswego Hamilton Homes Phase Iii LIHTCPB Section 8	57	—	—
Oswego Hamilton Homes Phase I LIHTCPB Section 8	54	—	—
Seaway Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	26	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Oswego (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
St Luke's Elderly Housing PB Section 8	100	$465	—
Lock 7 Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Harbor View Square LIHTCPB Section 8	75	—	—
East Lake Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	70	—	—
Pontiac Terrace Apts PB Section 8	70	$370	—
Oswego Hamilton Homes Phase Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	58	—	—
Oswego Hamilton Homes Phase Iii LIHTCPB Section 8	57	—	—
Oswego Hamilton Homes Phase I LIHTCPB Section 8	54	—	—
Seaway Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	26	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Oswego County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Oswego County: studio $995, 1-BR $1,123, 2-BR $1,392, 3-BR $1,691, 4-BR $1,848.

Full FMR table for Oswego County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Oswego

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.