Town of Southampton
Southampton, New York
Last Updated
23 hours ago
About Town of Southampton
Town of Southampton (HUD agency code NY141) is the public housing agency serving Southampton, Suffolk County, New York. It administers 326 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 19 waiting lists at this agency, covering Affordable, Other, PBV, Public Housing, Senior, HCV. As of Feb 13, 2026, 18 are 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 3 status changes at this agency, most recently on Feb 19, 2026.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Southampton Attainable Housing Program maintains a waiting list for Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing opportunities, including senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units, all with income restrictions. New developments are often sold through a lottery system.
Affordable Housing Database
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, Mail, Fax
Additional Notes
The Town of Southampton Housing Authority is establishing an ongoing waiting list for Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing opportunities, including senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units with income restrictions. Applications can be submitted online, or by forwarding a receipt and preliminary application via email or fax.
Affordable/Workforce
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program establishes a waiting list for Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing, including senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units, all with income restrictions. The current list has 100 names and is anticipated to take 5 years or more to be called for screening.
Affordable/Workforce Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, Email, Fax
Additional Notes
The Southampton Housing Authority is establishing a waiting list for its Affordable/Workforce Housing Program database, which includes both senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units, all with income restrictions. Applicants must meet all program eligibility requirements, including qualifying for a mortgage if applicable. To apply, complete an application online and forward the application acceptance by email or fax to 631-714-6140.
Attainable/Affordable Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Southampton Attainable Housing Program maintains a waiting list for Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing opportunities, including senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units, all with income restrictions. New developments are often sold through a lottery system. Residency in the Town of Southampton is a preference.
Workforce / Affordable Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Southampton Housing Authority is establishing a waiting list of Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing opportunities within the Town of Southampton as they may become available. The options include both senior age restricted units and non-age restricted units. A...
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This Attainable Housing Program is for Town residents and includes senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units with income restrictions. Applicants must meet program eligibility, which may include mortgage qualification.
Attainable
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waiting list is for Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing opportunities, including senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units, all with income restrictions.
Attainable (AHP)
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Southampton Attainable Housing Program (AHP) waiting list is establishing a list for Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing, including senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units. All units have income restrictions. Applications can be submitted online, and a copy of the application receipt and preliminary application should be forwarded to info@southamptonha.org or via fax 631-714-6140.
Attainable - AHP
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Town of Southampton Housing Authority (TSHA) is establishing a waiting list for Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing opportunities. This program includes both senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units, all with income restrictions. Applicants must mee...
Attainable Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, Email, Fax
Additional Notes
This program establishes a waiting list for Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing opportunities, including both senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units, all with income restrictions.
Hampton Bays Apartments
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program offers one-bedroom units for seniors 62 and over and/or people with disabilities; the waiting list has 100 names and calls for screening are anticipated to take 5 years or more. Applications are available by written request, phone, or email request, and must be returned by mail.
Housing Registry
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Town has established a Housing Registry to inform residents of opportunities for affordable homeownership or affordable apartments (not Section 8). New developments are typically sold through a lottery system, and resales are posted on the town's website or announced via email notification. Y...
Southampton Attainable
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Southampton Housing Authority is establishing a waiting list for purchasing or renting attainable housing, including senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units with income restrictions. Applicants must meet program eligibility, including mortgage qualification if applicable, and prices and rents are capped by the Town of Southampton.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, Mail, Fax
Additional Notes
The Southampton Attainable Housing Program maintains a waiting list for Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing opportunities, including senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units, all with income restrictions; new developments are often sold through a lottery system.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program offers one-bedroom units for seniors 62 and over and/or people with disabilities; the current waiting list has 100 names with an estimated wait of 5 years or more, with preference for Town residents. The Southampton Attainable Housing Program (AHP) includes both senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units, all with income restrictions and capped prices/rents.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are available for Hampton Bays Apartments, a complex of one-bedroom units for seniors 62 and over and/or people with disabilities; the current waiting list has 100 names with an anticipated wait of 5 years or more. Applications can be requested via written request, phone at 631-488-4220 x205, or email to khummel@southamptonha.org.
Hampton Bays Apartments
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are available for one-bedroom units for seniors 62 and over and/or people with disabilities; the current waiting list has 100 names with an anticipated wait of 5 years or more.
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.
Assists very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled. Eligibility is based on income, family size, and citizenship status, with a preference for Town residents.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Town of Southampton portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Town of Southampton
Check Current Status
Town of Southampton currently has 18 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Other Programs, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing, Senior Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Town of Southampton, 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 Southampton portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Town of Southampton, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Town of Southampton manages approximately 326 assisted housing units (326 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Southampton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Town of Southampton
Affordable Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at Town of Southampton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Southampton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Town of Southampton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Southampton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Town of Southampton are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Southampton. 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 open
Public Housing units at Town of Southampton 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.
Senior Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at Town of Southampton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Southampton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Town of Southampton 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 Southampton. This program serves approximately 326 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Town of Southampton?
Town of Southampton Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Town of Southampton 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 Southampton — including across state lines.