Howard Avenue Rehabilitation — Project-Based Section 8 in New York City

642 Howard Ave, Brownsville, New York City, NY, 11212

Income-based rent · about 30% of income · 135 units

About this apartment

Howard Avenue Rehabilitation is a Project-Based Section 8 building at 642 Howard Ave, New York City with 135 apartments (132 subsidized). Rent is income-based, about 30% of household income. Apply directly to the building — call 718-435-0949.

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 Howard Avenue Rehabilitation

Howard Avenue Rehabilitation is a Project-Based Section 8 property at 642 Howard Ave, New York City 11212. It has 135 apartments, 132 of which are subsidized (14 studio, 33 one-bedroom, 57 two-bedroom, 24 three-bedroom, 4 four-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 718-435-0949 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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