Greenburgh Housing Authority
White Plains, New York
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About Greenburgh Housing Authority
Greenburgh Housing Authority (HUD agency code NY057) is the public housing agency serving White Plains, Westchester County, New York. It administers 421 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 12 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, LIHTC, Other, PBV, Public Housing, Senior. As of Feb 25, 2026, all 12 tracked lists are closed to new applications.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Westchester County, NY Statutory Exception Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $85,000 per year, and as Low Income at or below $114,450 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Other Programs
6 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.
The waiting list is closed until further notice. The program has 303 vouchers, with 42% occupied by elderly/disabled. Payment standard is set at 110% over FMR.
This specific waitlist for Greenburgh Heights, LLC Low-Income Housing Tax Credit properties (including units in White Plains) was open from August 9, 2023, to October 26, 2023. A lottery was held on November 17, 2023, and submitting more than one application could lead to disqualification.
Applications were requested by phone or email, then submitted via mail or in-person; sending more than one application or submitting partially completed applications could lead to disqualification. A lottery for this Low-Income Housing Tax Credit property was held on November 17, 2023.
Applications were accepted by phone, email, mail, or in-person. Sending more than one application could lead to disqualification. Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery.
The waiting list for Greenburgh Heights, LLC, a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property associated with the Greenburgh Housing Authority, is closed. Applications were last accepted from August 9, 2023, until October 26, 2023. Applications could be requested by phone (914-946-2110), email (...
Applications for Greenburgh Heights, LLC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Property) were due by October 26, 2023, via mail, in-person, phone request, or email request.
This program offered 44 one-bedroom apartments for qualifying seniors aged 62+, replacing a previous senior housing site.
This waitlist for Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) rental housing assistance at Greenburgh Heights, LLC was last open from August 9, 2023, until October 26, 2023, with selected applicants placed on the list by random lottery. Applicants were penalized for submitting more than one application, and reasonable accommodations for disabilities are considered.
This Project-Based waiting list for Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) assistance last accepted applications from August 9, 2023, until October 26, 2023. Application methods included calling, emailing, mailing a letter, applying in person, or printing a paper application.
The Public Housing waitlist is currently closed with no announced future opening date. The Greenburgh Housing Authority manages conventional public housing apartments, senior housing, and scattered-site affordable housing units.
This program for the Manhattan Avenue Senior Apartments offered 44 one-bedroom units for qualifying seniors aged 62+ with specific income requirements.
The Greenburgh Housing Authority's Manhattan Avenue Senior Apartments, a new senior affordable housing complex, last accepted applications starting March 7, 2023, with a postmark deadline of April 9, 2023. This program offered 44 one-bedroom apartments for qualifying seniors aged 62+ with incomes...
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Greenburgh 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 Greenburgh Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 12 waiting lists at Greenburgh 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 Greenburgh 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 Greenburgh Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Greenburgh Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Greenburgh Housing Authority manages approximately 421 assisted housing units (421 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in White Plains. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Greenburgh Housing Authority
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Greenburgh 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 White Plains. This program serves approximately 421 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
LIHTC Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) closed
The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program at Greenburgh Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in White Plains. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Greenburgh Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in White Plains. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Greenburgh Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in White Plains. 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 Greenburgh 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.
Senior Senior Housing closed
The Senior Housing program at Greenburgh Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in White Plains. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Greenburgh Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Greenburgh 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 Greenburgh Housing Authority — including across state lines.