Another affordable housing lottery has launched in The Bronx for a brand new development that is truly affordable for many local Bronxites.
Called Whitlock Point, located at 1001 Whitlock Avenue in the Longwood neighborhood of the borough, the brand new development has 222 residential units as part of the first phase of a much larger project.
Best of all, starting rents are well below average making it truly affordable for many Bronxites with monthly rents starting at $454 for studios, $577 for 1 bedroom units, $680 for 2 bedroom units, and $774 for 3 bedroom units. These particular units are set aside for households making 30% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
Whitlock Point, once opened, will offer amenities like tenant bike storage, air conditioning, assigned parking spaces, private outdoor areas for residents, a recreation room, and the building is even pet friendly.
A breakdown of available units and income requirements are as follows (see website for full details and household size requirements):
30% of Area Median Income
- $454 a month for a studio for households making $19,372-$41,940
- $577 a month for 1 bedroom units for households making $24,138-$41,940
- $680 a month for 2 bedroom units for households making $29,143-$50,310
- $774 a month for 3 bedroom units for households making $33,806-$57,780
50% Area Median Income
- $850 a month for studio units for households making $33,120-$62,150
- $1,078 a month for 1 bedroom units for households making $41,315-$69,900
- $1,281 a month for 2 bedroom units for households making $49,749-$83,850
- $1,468 a month for 3 bedroom units for households making $57,600-$96,300
60% AMI
- $1,243 a month for studio units for households making $46,423-$74,580
- $1,563 a month for 1 bedroom units for households making $57,943-$83,880
- $1,864 a month for 2 bedroom units for households making $69,738-$100,620
- $2,142 a month for 3 bedroom units for households making $80,709-$115,560
80%
- $1,709 a month for studio units for households making $62,400-$99,440
- $2,145 a month for 1 bedroom units for households making $77,898-$111,840
- $2,563 a month for 2 bedroom units for households making $93,703-$134,160
- $2,949 a month for 3 bedroom units for households making $108,378-$154,080
Please note, for each unit, there are other requirements such as number of people per household and further income requirements based on household size so refer to the Housing Connect website for further details.
How to Apply
For those interested in applying, you have until April 7, 2025 and you can do so online or you can request an application by mail by sending a self-addressed envelope to: Whitlock Point Phase 1, PO Box 9, 3003 Purchase Street, Purchase, NY 10577
Remember, you can only apply ONCE and you may not apply both online and by mail. Applying more than once can and will disqualify you according to the lottery rules.
Also, please note: We are NOT connected with this or any other real estate developments and cannot assist you in obtaining an apartment so please do not contact us regarding these units.
Good luck to all who apply!
