Affordable Housing Lottery Opens For Astoria Development

QUEENS, NY — Two affordable one-bedroom apartments are available at 3438 30th Street, located at 34-38 30th Street in Astoria, through New York City’s affordable housing program.

The apartments are designated for households earning 130% of the Area Median Income (AMI) and are offered at a monthly rent of $2,850. Eligible households of one to three people must have annual incomes ranging from $106,560 to $198,510, depending on household size. The maximum asset limit is $220,480.

Residents will be responsible for gas, electricity and cable/internet costs. Building amenities include a shared laundry room with mobile payment, free storage lockers and free onsite bike storage. Additional features include high-end kitchen appliances, air conditioning, patios or balconies, hardwood floors, security cameras, an intercom system and smoke-free living.

The building benefits from a 421-a (16) tax abatement, a New York City property-tax incentive associated with affordable housing.

The development is located within Queens Community Board 1.

Eligible New Yorkers have until to Sept. 30 to apply at the NYC Housing Connect website.