Greenburgh Housing Authority
White Plains, New York
Last Updated
20 hours ago
About Greenburgh Housing Authority
Greenburgh Housing Authority is located in White Plains, Westchester County, New York. It manages approximately 421 assisted housing units, primarily utilizing Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
The authority administers several types of housing programs, which include Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and Senior Housing, such as the Manhattan Avenue Senior Apartments. All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed.
For applicants, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in Westchester County is $85,000 per year. Please be aware that the Greenburgh Housing Authority is not currently accepting applications for any of its housing programs.
Other Programs
11 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 waitlist for Greenburgh Heights, LLC, a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit property, selected applicants by random lottery and considered preferences for disabled individuals. Sending more than one application could result in disqualification.
The waiting list for Greenburgh Heights, LLC, a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit property, is closed. Applications were last accepted from August 9, 2023, until October 26, 2023. Preferences for disabled individuals were considered, selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery, and sending multiple applications could lead to disqualification.
Applications were last accepted from August 9, 2023, until October 26, 2023; selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery, and sending more than one application could result in disqualification; preferences for disabled individuals were considered.
Applications were last accepted starting March 7, 2023, with an April 9, 2023, postmark deadline, for 44 one-bedroom apartments for qualifying seniors aged 62+ with specific incomes.
This waitlist was for Low-Income Housing Tax Credit properties (Greenburgh Heights, LLC); applications were accepted by phone, email, mail, or in-person, and selected applicants were placed by random lottery. Sending more than one application could result in disqualification, and preferences for disabled individuals were considered.
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 (...
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...
The Manhattan Avenue Senior Apartments, offering 44 one-bedroom units for seniors 62+, last accepted applications with a postmark deadline of April 9, 2023.
The Greenburgh Housing Authority is not accepting public housing waiting list applications at this time.
This waitlist was for Manhattan Avenue Senior Apartments, offering 44 one-bedroom units for qualifying seniors aged 62+ with specific 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 11 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 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 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 Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) 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 closed
The 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.
LIHTC (Greenburgh Heights) closed
The LIHTC (Greenburgh Heights) 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.
LIHTC (Greenburgh Heights, LLC) closed
The LIHTC (Greenburgh Heights, LLC) 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.
LIHTC (Manhattan Avenue Senior Apartments) closed
The LIHTC (Manhattan Avenue Senior Apartments) 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 closed
The Other 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 (LIHTC - Greenburgh Heights, LLC) closed
The Other (LIHTC - Greenburgh Heights, LLC) 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 (Manhattan Avenue Senior Apartments) closed
The Other (Manhattan Avenue Senior Apartments) 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 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 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.