Section 8 & Public Housing Waiting Lists in Saratoga Springs, New York
There are 40 open waiting lists in the Saratoga Springs area right now. Section 8 Waitlist monitors 2 housing authorities serving Saratoga Springs, New York and updates statuses nightly. Below you will find every PHA in the area with current waitlist status, program types, and direct application links.
If no lists are currently open in Saratoga Springs, we recommend applying to nearby cities as well. There is no limit to the number of waiting lists you can join, and many housing authorities accept applications from non-residents.
Affordable Housing in Saratoga Springs, New York
Saratoga Springs, New York is served by 2 housing authorities offering federal rental assistance through Section 8 and Public Housing programs. Right now, 40 waiting lists are accepting applications in the Saratoga Springs area. There are also 129 open waitlists within 50 miles that accept applications from non-residents.
Housing programs available in Saratoga Springs include Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, RAD, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV). Of these, the following currently have open waitlists: PBV (2 open), Public Housing (2 open), RAD (2 open).
Latest Opening
Saratoga Springs Housing Authority opened its Springs West Apartments waitlist .
About Housing in Saratoga Springs, New York
Federal rental assistance in Saratoga Springs, Saratoga County is administered by 2 housing authorities: Fort Plain Housing Agency and Saratoga Springs Housing Authority. Together they administer roughly 746 assisted housing units — 163 public housing units and 583 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 44 waiting lists across these agencies. As of May 21, 2026, 40 are accepting applications. Another 129 open lists are within 50 miles; most agencies accept applications from non-residents.
HUD sets income eligibility for this area as Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $58,050 per year, and as Low Income at or below $92,900 (HUD FY2025 limits).
Housing Authorities in Saratoga Springs
Fort Plain Housing Agency
Saratoga Springs, New York · NY530
Saratoga Springs Housing Authority
Saratoga Springs, New York · NY020
How to Apply for Section 8 in Saratoga Springs
To apply for housing assistance in Saratoga Springs, New York, submit an application directly to one of the 2 housing authorities serving the Saratoga Springs area (listed above). Right now, 40 waiting lists are accepting applications — apply as soon as possible, as open enrollment periods can close with short notice. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Before applying, gather the following documents for all household members: government-issued photo ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit statements), and proof of current address. For a family of four in this area, income must be below $58,050/year (Very Low Income threshold) to qualify for most programs. Having these ready before a waitlist opens can be the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Housing programs available in Saratoga Springs include Other - Stonequist Apartments LLC, Other - Promenade Apartments, Affordable Housing - Stonequist Apartments LLC, Embury Apartments, Affordable Housing - Springs West Apartments, Affordable Senior Living, SRDI, 36 Allen Drive, Affordable Housing, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Specific Property, Other, RAD, Public Housing, Affordable Housing - Promenade Apartments, Affordable Housing - 36 Allen Drive, Affordable Housing - SRDI, Promenade Apartments (1 Bedroom Units), Promenade Apartments (2 & 3 Bedroom Units), Stonequist Apartments LLC, Promenade Apartments, Springs West Apartments, 36 Allen Drive (3-Bedroom Units), SRDI (1 Bedroom Units), Specific Property (SRDI), Specific Property (Embury Apartments), Specific Property (36 Allen Drive), Specific Property (Promenade Apartments), Specific Property (Stonequist Apartments LLC), Specific Property (Springs West Apartments), 36 Allen Drive Apartments, SRDI (2 & 3 Bedroom Units), Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), 36 Allen Drive (1-Bedroom Units). Applying to multiple program types simultaneously improves your chances of receiving assistance. After submitting, you will be placed on the waiting list based on the date of your application and any applicable preferences (veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents).
Saratoga Springs, New York Section 8 Income Limits
To qualify for Section 8 or Public Housing in Saratoga Springs, New York, your household income must fall within HUD's income limits for the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY MSA area. A family of four must earn less than $58,050 per year (Very Low Income) to be eligible for most programs. The area median family income is $116,100.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $24,400 | $40,650 | $65,050 |
| 2 Persons | $27,900 | $46,450 | $74,350 |
| 3 Persons | $31,400 | $52,250 | $83,650 |
| 4 Persons | $34,850 | $58,050 | $92,900 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $62,700 | $100,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $67,350 | $107,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $72,000 | $115,200 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $76,650 | $122,650 |
How do income limits affect my eligibility?
Housing authorities in Saratoga Springs use these income limits to determine who qualifies for rental assistance. Your total household income before taxes is compared against the limit for your household size.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — Most Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and Public Housing programs require your income to be at or below this level. This is the primary eligibility threshold.
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households at this level often receive priority on waiting lists. By law, housing authorities must allocate a portion of vouchers to extremely low-income families.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and locally funded initiatives, accept applicants up to this threshold. Contact individual housing authorities below for their specific requirements.
Nearby Cities with Housing Authorities
Applying to nearby cities increases your chances of receiving assistance sooner. These cities are within 75 miles of Saratoga Springs and have active housing programs.