May 12, 2025

This month's roundup features deeply affordable apartments for older New Yorkers, families, and individuals–with rents that meet New Yorkers where they are

New York, NY – As market-rate rents hit record highs and competition for housing intensifies, many New Yorkers are struggling to find a place to call home that they can afford. Whether trying to stay rooted in the neighborhood they love or looking for a fresh start somewhere new, the path to stable housing can feel out of reach for so many. That is why the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is launching The Affordable Scoop, a monthly roundup of permanently affordable apartments currently available on NYC Housing Connect.

In 2024, HPD helped more New Yorkers move into affordable housing than ever before, connecting 10,054 households to homes through more than 300 advertised lotteries. The Affordable Scoop builds on that momentum, making it even easier for New Yorkers to see what's available, where it's located, and who's eligible. Each month, HPD will spotlight deeply affordable homes with key details on rent levels, income bands, and how to apply–so more New Yorkers can find a place to call home.

"In 2024 alone, we connected more than 10,000 households to affordable housing through Housing Connect, but we know too many New Yorkers are still struggling to find a home they can afford," said Acting HPD Commissioner Ahmed Tigani. "The Affordable Scoop is one more tool to meet that challenge head-on. By making deeply affordable options easier to find, we're advancing our mission to keep New Yorkers housed, stable, and rooted in communities they love."

This Month's Featured Listings Across the Boroughs

Atlantic Chestnut Phase 2 – East New York, Brooklyn

Units Available: Studio, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedrooms

Application Deadline: May 19

Starting Rents: As low as $454.00

Atlantic Chestnut Phase 2 is the latest installment in a multi-building development in East New York, offering 369 newly constructed affordable units. Each apartment comes with brand-new appliances, including a dishwasher, built-in microwave, and in-unit air conditioning. Building amenities include a landscaped courtyard, roof deck with gardening beds and sweeping views, a 24/7 attended lobby, package room, children's playroom, exercise room, bicycle storage, and laundry facilities. A grocery store is planned for a future phase of the development.

Bruckner Heights – Unionport, Bronx

Units Available: Studio, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedrooms

Application Deadline: June 2

Starting Rents: As low as $454.00

Bruckner Heights is a newly constructed 274-unit residential development located in the Unionport section of the Bronx, within Community Board 9. Amenities include indoor and outdoor recreation areas, a community room, bicycle storage, on-site parking, and coin and card-operated laundry rooms.

Edgemere Commons B1 – Far Rockaway, Queens

Units Available: Studio, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedrooms

Application Deadline: June 30

Starting Rents: As low as $544

Edgemere Commons B1 is a newly constructed 189-unit development in the Far Rockaway section of Queens. The building offers a thoughtful mix of amenities including an on-site resident manager, bike storage, outdoor terrace, tenant lounge, package room, card-operated laundry rooms, and limited outdoor parking.

DeKalb Commons – Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn

Units Available: Studio, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedrooms

Application Deadline: June 9

Starting Rents: As low as $556

DeKalb Commons brings 71 newly constructed affordable apartments to three locations in the heart of Bedford-Stuyvesant: 639 DeKalb Avenue, 652 DeKalb Avenue, and 1187 Fulton Street. Project amenities include a shared community room, rear outdoor seating area, free building-wide Wi-Fi, bicycle storage, and security cameras throughout the properties.

Society Brooklyn at DeGraw – Gowanus, Brooklyn

Units Available: Studio, 1-, and 2-bedrooms

Application Deadline: May 27

Starting Rents: As low as $823

Rising along the revitalized Gowanus Canal waterfront, Society Brooklyn at DeGraw offers a luxurious residential experience with stunning views and high-end design. Together with its sister tower, Society Brooklyn at Sackett, the development delivers thoughtful living spaces tailored to a range of lifestyles. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities including a state-of-the-art fitness center, co-working and social lounge, recreation room, and a heated outdoor pool–perfect for summer relaxation.

Miramar at West 206th Street – Inwood, Manhattan

Units Available: Studio, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedrooms

Application Deadline: June 2

Starting Rents: As low as $978.00

Miramar is a brand-new residential building offering 281 affordable homes in the heart of Inwood. Residents will enjoy a wide range of amenities, including a fitness center, co-working space, music practice room, game room, lounge, and two party rooms. The building also features a sunken outdoor courtyard, rooftop terrace, two interior courtyards, and an on-site laundry room.

The Houston at 280 East Houston Street – The Lower East Side

Units Available: Studio, 1-, and 2-bedrooms

Application Deadline: May 27, 2025

Starting Rents: As low as $989.00

The Houston blends modern living with downtown energy, offering residents easy access to eclectic dining, shopping, and public transit. Amenities include a fully equipped gym, media room, recreation room, professional business center, and secure bike storage.

Ready to apply?

All of the developments listed above are now open for applications on NYC Housing Connect. Interested applicants should visit the site to explore more details, check their eligibility, and submit an application before the deadlines. New affordable opportunities are added regularly, and The Affordable Scoop is here to help New Yorkers stay on top of them every month.