How many low income apartments are in Saratoga Springs, NY?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Saratoga Springs with approximately 862 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Saratoga Springs?

Tenant-paid rents in Saratoga Springs's assisted buildings typically range from about $408 to $619 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 Saratoga Springs?

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 Saratoga Springs?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Saratoga 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 Saratoga Springs, NY

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Saratoga Springs with roughly 862 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $408 to $619 per month. Median reported wait: about 11 months.

assisted properties

862

subsidized units

$514

typical rent

11 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Saratoga Springs

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Saratoga Springs

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Embury Revitalization LIHTCPB Section 8	192	—	—
Jefferson / Vanderbilt Terrace Public Housing	163	$619	11 mo
Intrada Saratoga Springs LIHTCPB Section 8	158	—	—
Raymond Watkins Apartments PB Section 8	111	$408	—
Westview Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	105	—	—
Promenade Apartments LIHTC	63	—	—
Kirby Village LIHTC	32	—	—
Saratoga West Apts LIHTC	32	—	—
Saratoga Community Residence Arc PB Section 8	6	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Saratoga Springs (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
Embury Revitalization LIHTCPB Section 8	192	—	—
Intrada Saratoga Springs LIHTCPB Section 8	158	—	—
Raymond Watkins Apartments PB Section 8	111	$408	—
Westview Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	105	—	—
Saratoga Community Residence Arc PB Section 8	6	—	—

Public housing developments in Saratoga Springs

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
Jefferson / Vanderbilt Terrace Public Housing	163	$619	11 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Saratoga Springs

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Promenade Apartments LIHTC	63	—	—
Kirby Village LIHTC	32	—	—
Saratoga West Apts LIHTC	32	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Saratoga County Fair Market Rents

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

Full FMR table for Saratoga County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Saratoga Springs

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.