Affordable housing lotteries
Short Summary
An online portal where you can apply to rent or buy an affordable unit or home.
Who it may help
Each lottery has different income requirements based on your household size. Check the requirements on NYC Housing Connect before you apply.
Ready to Rent offers free one-on-one financial counseling and help with applications.
Some lotteries give priority to NYC residents who have a disability, are seniors, or live in the same neighborhood.
What you may need
If your lottery application gets selected, you may need to provide:
- Proof of income (paystubs, W-2 forms, benefits statements)
- Asset information (bank or investment statements)
- Rent payment history or credit check
- IDs and birth certificates for household members
See the full document list on NYC Housing Connect.