NEW YORK (PIX11) — There’s a new NYC Housing Connect affordable housing lottery in the Bronx that offers $0 rent for qualified New Yorkers.
The new Bronx affordable housing lottery at Crotona Belmont Senior Housing offers “comfort, stability, and long-term rental assistance,” the listing says.
There are over 90 studio and one-bedroom apartments available for rent. Amenities include a gym, community space, outdoor areas, patios, balconies and more. It’s located near schools, parks and public transit via the 2, 5, B and D lines.
The eligibility requirements for residents to get free rent include:
At least one person in the household is age 62 or older
They have a household of one to two people
They must be making no income
They qualify for Section 8 housing
Those who do make an income can still apply, but will not qualify for free rent. Household maximum income is up to $87,480.
To learn more or to apply for the lottery, click here.
Spencer Gustafson is a digital content producer from Long Island who has covered New York state and city news since 2023. See more of his work here.
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