Town of East Hampton
East Hampton, New York
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About Town of East Hampton
The Town of East Hampton, situated in East Hampton, Suffolk County, New York (PHA Code: NY154), manages approximately 193 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 vouchers. This housing authority offers various programs designed to support residents with their housing needs.
Currently, the Town of East Hampton has waitlists open for its Homebuyer Assistance, Homeownership Assistance, Other, and Project-Based Voucher (PBV) programs. Applicants should note the income limit for a family of four, considered Very Low Income in the Nassau-Suffolk, NY HUD Metro FMR Area, is $82,450 per year. These programs aim to provide housing support to eligible low-income individuals and families within the community.
Homebuyer Assistance Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The 2026 First-Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program is open, offering interest-free, deferred payment loans up to $30,000 towards down payment and closing costs; there is no fee to apply.
Homeownership Assistance Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 3, 2024
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The 2026 Down Payment Assistance Program for First-Time Homebuyers is open, offering no-interest, deferred payment loans up to $30,000 for down payment and closing costs. Applications can be submitted online, by email, dropped off in-person, or mailed, with no application fee.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 3, 2024
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The 2026 Down Payment Assistance Program for First-Time Homebuyers is currently open. It offers no-interest, deferred payment loans of up to $30,000 towards down payment and closing costs. There is no fee to apply. For assistance, call 631-267-7896.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The East Hampton Housing Authority is currently accepting applications for newly constructed apartments at The Green at Gardiner's Point, which consists of 50 new rental homes.
Other Programs
5 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The waiting list has a substantial number of applicants. Preferences include living or working full-time in the Town of East Hampton, with non-residents considered after the resident pool is exhausted. Applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery, by order of preferences.
The waiting list was last updated in 2017 after an application process that utilized a lottery to determine the order of eligible individuals.
The housing list for the Affordable Home Ownership Program is currently closed. The list was last updated in 2017 following an application process that used a lottery.
This refers to the 'Gansett Meadow Affordable Housing Project', a 37-unit mixed-income rental property. Applications were accepted with a deadline of September 1st, and a random drawing was held on September 8th. This information dates to 2020 and is considered closed for new applications. Income...
Fifteen 1- and two 2-bedroom apartments; tenant eligibility based on income and residents must be age 62 or older, or age 18 and disabled.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Town of East Hampton portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Town of East Hampton
Check Current Status
Town of East Hampton currently has 4 open waiting lists (Homebuyer Assistance, Homeownership Assistance, Other, PBV). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Town of East Hampton, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $82,450/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Town of East Hampton portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Town of East Hampton, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Town of East Hampton manages approximately 193 assisted housing units (193 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in East Hampton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Town of East Hampton
Homebuyer Assistance open
The Homebuyer Assistance program at Town of East Hampton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in East Hampton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Homeownership Assistance open
The Homeownership Assistance program at Town of East Hampton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in East Hampton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Town of East Hampton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in East Hampton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Town of East Hampton are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in East Hampton. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Town of East Hampton provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for East Hampton. This program serves approximately 193 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Home Ownership closed
The Home Ownership program at Town of East Hampton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in East Hampton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Homeownership closed
The Homeownership program at Town of East Hampton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in East Hampton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Town of East Hampton are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCR closed
The HCR program at Town of East Hampton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in East Hampton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Town of East Hampton Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Town of East Hampton are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Nassau-Suffolk, NY HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $82,450. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $34,650 | $57,750 | $84,400 |
| 2 Persons | $39,600 | $66,000 | $96,450 |
| 3 Persons | $44,550 | $74,250 | $108,500 |
| 4 Persons | $49,450 | $82,450 | $120,550 |
| 5 Persons | $53,450 | $89,050 | $130,200 |
| 6 Persons | $57,400 | $95,650 | $139,850 |
| 7 Persons | $61,350 | $102,250 | $149,500 |
| 8 Persons | $65,300 | $108,850 | $159,150 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Town of East Hampton — including across state lines.