Town of Southampton
Southampton, New York
Last Updated
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About Town of Southampton
The Town of Southampton, located in Southampton, Suffolk County, New York (PHA Code: NY141), oversees approximately 326 assisted housing units, primarily supported by Section 8 vouchers.
The authority is currently accepting applications for a variety of housing programs. These include general Affordable and Workforce Housing options, Attainable Housing Programs (AHP), Public Housing (which has recently opened), and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV). Specific programs such as Affordable Rental (Senior/Disabled) and Hampton Bays Apartments (with Senior/Disabled options) are also open. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit is $82,450 per year for the Nassau-Suffolk, NY HUD Metro FMR Area.
Applicants should note that while numerous programs are open, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is currently closed to new applications. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the specific eligibility requirements for each program.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program establishes 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.
Affordable Housing Database Waitlist
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 Rental (Senior/Disabled) 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.
Affordable/Workforce Housing Waitlist
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. Applicants must meet program eligibility requirements, which may include qualifying for a mortgage.
Affordable/Workforce Housing Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Southampton Housing Authority (TSHA), 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 ...
Attainable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waiting list is for Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing, including senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units, with income restrictions. Applicants must meet program eligibility, which may include mortgage qualification, and prices and rents are capped by the Town of Southampton.
Attainable Housing Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, Email, Fax
Additional Notes
The Town of Southampton Housing Authority is currently establishing a waiting list for attainable housing opportunities, which include both senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units with income restrictions. Applicants must meet all program eligibility requirements and may need to qualify for a mortgage. The current waiting list has 100 names, with an anticipated wait of 5 or more years for screening. To apply, complete the online application, print the acceptance screen, and forward a copy to info@southamptonha.org or via fax to 631-714-6140.
Attainable Housing Program (AHP) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The TSHA is establishing a waiting list for Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing, including senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units.
Hampton Bays Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, Mail, Phone, Email
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, with rent subsidized based on individual income. The waitlist has 100 names and is anticipated to take five or more years for screening.
Hampton Bays Apartments (Senior/Disabled) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online (PDF download), Mail, Phone, Email
Additional Notes
This program offers one-bedroom units for seniors 62 and over and/or people with disabilities; the current waiting list has approximately 100 names, with an anticipated waiting time of 5 years or more.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This waiting list is for Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing, including 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.
Other (Attainable Housing Program - AHP) Waitlist
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...
Other (Attainable Housing Program) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Town of Southampton Attainable Housing Program (AHP) waiting list is open for Town residents interested in purchasing or renting attainable housing, including senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units with income restrictions.
Other (Housing Registry) Waitlist
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...
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program is for one-bedroom units for seniors 62 and over and/or people with disabilities. The waiting list has approximately 100 names, with an anticipated wait of 5 years or more for screening.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This complex offers one-bedroom units for seniors 62 and over and/or people with disabilities. The waiting list has 100 names, with an estimated wait time of 5+ years for screening.
Workforce / Affordable Housing Waitlist
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 Waitlist
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, including senior age-restricted and non-age-restricted units, all with income restrictions.
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.
The Housing Choice Voucher waiting list for the Town of Southampton Housing Authority is currently closed. It was last open in July 2014. This program assists low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled to afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Town of Southampton 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 Southampton
Check Current Status
Town of Southampton currently has 18 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Affordable Housing Database, Affordable Rental (Senior/Disabled), Affordable/Workforce Housing, Affordable/Workforce Housing Program, Attainable Housing, Attainable Housing Program, Attainable Housing Program (AHP), Hampton Bays Apartments, Hampton Bays Apartments (Senior/Disabled), Other, Other (Attainable Housing Program - AHP), Other (Attainable Housing Program), Other (Housing Registry), PBV, Public Housing, Workforce / Affordable Housing, other). 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 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 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 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.
Affordable Housing Database open
The Affordable Housing Database 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.
Affordable Rental (Senior/Disabled) open
The Affordable Rental (Senior/Disabled) 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.
Affordable/Workforce Housing open
The Affordable/Workforce 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.
Affordable/Workforce Housing Program open
The Affordable/Workforce Housing Program 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.
Attainable Housing open
The Attainable 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.
Attainable Housing Program open
The Attainable Housing Program 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.
Attainable Housing Program (AHP) open
The Attainable Housing Program (AHP) 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.
Hampton Bays Apartments open
The Hampton Bays Apartments 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.
Hampton Bays Apartments (Senior/Disabled) open
The Hampton Bays Apartments (Senior/Disabled) 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 open
The Other 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 (Attainable Housing Program - AHP) open
The Other (Attainable Housing Program - AHP) 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 (Attainable Housing Program) open
The Other (Attainable Housing Program) 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 (Housing Registry) open
The Other (Housing Registry) 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 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.
Workforce / Affordable Housing open
The Workforce / 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 open
The other 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 Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) 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.