City of New Rochelle Housing Authority
New Rochelle, New York
Last Updated
20 hours ago
About City of New Rochelle Housing Authority
The City of New Rochelle Housing Authority, located in New Rochelle, Westchester County, New York, manages approximately 1,165 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. All waiting lists for its housing programs are currently closed to new applicants.
Programs offered by the Authority include Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream Vouchers, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD). At this time, all of these program waiting lists are closed.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for Westchester County, NY Statutory Exception Area is $85,000 per year. Potential applicants should regularly check for updates regarding waitlist openings directly with the City of New Rochelle Housing Authority.
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.
Applicants were selected through a lottery, with preferences for New Rochelle residents, elderly, disabled, veterans, families with minor children, households not receiving federal housing subsidies, and current TBRA program participants.
All waitlists in New Rochelle are currently closed.
All waitlists in New Rochelle are currently closed.
All waitlists in New Rochelle are currently closed.
All waitlists in New Rochelle are currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official City of New Rochelle Housing Authority 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 City of New Rochelle Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 5 waiting lists at City of New Rochelle Housing Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at City of New Rochelle Housing Authority, 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 $85,000/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 City of New Rochelle Housing Authority 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 City of New Rochelle Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. City of New Rochelle Housing Authority manages approximately 1,165 assisted housing units (1,165 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in New Rochelle. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at City of New Rochelle Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at City of New Rochelle Housing Authority 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 New Rochelle. This program serves approximately 1,165 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at City of New Rochelle Housing Authority are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at City of New Rochelle Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in New Rochelle. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at City of New Rochelle Housing Authority 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at City of New Rochelle Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in New Rochelle maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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City of New Rochelle Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the City of New Rochelle Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Westchester County, NY Statutory Exception Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $85,000. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $35,700 | $59,500 | $80,150 |
| 2 Persons | $40,800 | $68,000 | $91,600 |
| 3 Persons | $45,900 | $76,500 | $103,050 |
| 4 Persons | $51,000 | $85,000 | $114,450 |
| 5 Persons | $55,100 | $91,800 | $123,650 |
| 6 Persons | $59,200 | $98,600 | $132,800 |
| 7 Persons | $63,250 | $105,400 | $141,950 |
| 8 Persons | $67,350 | $112,200 | $151,100 |
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 City of New Rochelle Housing Authority — including across state lines.