How many low income apartments are in Rensselaer, NY?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Rensselaer with approximately 485 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Rensselaer?

Tenant-paid rents in Rensselaer's assisted buildings typically range from about $380 to $586 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 Rensselaer?

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 Rensselaer?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Rensselaer County: about $1,417/mo for one-bedroom and $1,702/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Rensselaer, NY

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Rensselaer with roughly 485 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $380 to $586 per month. Median reported wait: about 5 months.

assisted properties

485

subsidized units

$483

typical rent

5 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Rensselaer

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Rensselaer

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mayor Warden Apts Public Housing	146	$586	5 mo
Van Rensselaer Heights LIHTCPB Section 8	106	$415	—
Renwyck Place Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	97	$380	—
St Anthony On-the-hudson LIHTCPB Section 8	63	—	—
Branson Manor Sr Apts PB Section 8	49	$473	—
Greenbush Village Apartments §811	24	$391	—

Section 8 apartments in Rensselaer (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
Van Rensselaer Heights LIHTCPB Section 8	106	$415	—
Renwyck Place Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	97	$380	—
St Anthony On-the-hudson LIHTCPB Section 8	63	—	—
Branson Manor Sr Apts PB Section 8	49	$473	—

Public housing developments in Rensselaer

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mayor Warden Apts Public Housing	146	$586	5 mo

Voucher rent limits: Rensselaer County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Rensselaer County: studio $1,217, 1-BR $1,417, 2-BR $1,702, 3-BR $2,041, 4-BR $2,253.

Full FMR table for Rensselaer County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Rensselaer

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.