Village of Rockville Centre
Rockville Centre, New York
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About Village of Rockville Centre
Village of Rockville Centre (HUD agency code NY159) is the public housing agency serving Rockville Centre, Nassau County, New York. It administers 307 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 2 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, Public Housing. As of Oct 3, 2026, 1 is open and 1 is closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Nassau-Suffolk, NY HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $82,450 per year, and as Low Income at or below $120,550 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 13 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 4, 2026.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 11, 2026
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement; eligibility requires income below HUD local limits, U.S. citizenship or eligible legal status, and a criminal background check. To apply, call 516-536-4343, visit their website, or contact the property management office.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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.
Senior households and disabled households comprise a significant portion of those served by this authority.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Village of Rockville Centre directly to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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 Village of Rockville Centre
Check Current Status
Village of Rockville Centre currently has 1 open waiting list (Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Village of Rockville Centre, 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
Contact Village of Rockville Centre directly at to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Village of Rockville Centre, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Village of Rockville Centre manages approximately 307 assisted housing units (307 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Rockville Centre. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Village of Rockville Centre
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Village of Rockville Centre 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 Rockville Centre. This program serves approximately 307 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Village of Rockville Centre 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Village of Rockville Centre?
Village of Rockville Centre Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Village of Rockville Centre 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 Village of Rockville Centre — including across state lines.