Clinton Arms — Project-Based Section 8 in New York City

2160 Clinton Ave, Tremont, New York City, NY, 10457

Income-based rent · about 30% of income · 86 units · Managed by AMS Realty Company

About this apartment

Clinton Arms is a Project-Based Section 8 building at 2160 Clinton Ave, New York City with 86 apartments (85 subsidized). Rent is income-based, about 30% of household income. Apply directly to the building — call 516-466-6520 ext. 14.

The subsidy is attached to this building, not to you. You do not need your own Section 8 voucher to apply here — qualifying households pay about 30% of adjusted income as rent and the federal subsidy covers the rest.

About Clinton Arms

Clinton Arms is a Project-Based Section 8 property at 2160 Clinton Ave, New York City 10457. It has 86 apartments, 85 of which are subsidized (32 one-bedroom, 33 two-bedroom, 20 three-bedroom).

Who can apply

This program serves low-income families and individuals who meet HUD income limits for the New York area (generally at or below 50% of area median income; many buildings prioritize 30%).

How to apply

1. Call the building at 516-466-6520 ext. 14 (managed by AMS Realty Company) and ask whether the waiting list is open and how to get an application.
2. Most buildings keep their own waiting list — this is separate from the NYCHA / HPD / HCR Section 8 voucher list.
3. Submit proof of income, ID for every household member, and Social Security numbers where available.
4. When your name comes up, the management office verifies eligibility and offers a unit.

Your rights

NYC Human Rights Law § 8-107(5)

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Source: HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties database (Nov 2026). Unit counts and contacts come from HUD and may lag reality — always confirm by phone. This is not an availability listing.

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