Queens Lotteries
NYC Housing Lottery Queens
Queens lotteries serve one of the most diverse boroughs in the world. Active developments are concentrated in Long Island City, Astoria, Jamaica, and Far Rockaway, with a mix of rental and homeownership opportunities.
Affordable Housing in Queens
How to apply
All Queens housing lotteries are managed through NYC Housing Connect. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply. Create an account, find an open lottery, check the income requirements for your household size, and submit before the deadline.
Income eligibility
Each lottery specifies which income bands have available units. Income limits are based on Area Median Income (AMI) and vary by household size. For a single person in NYC, current AMI thresholds are approximately:
Community board preference
Most lotteries reserve 50% of units for applicants who already live in the community district where the building is located. If you currently live in Queens, check which community district you're in — it could significantly improve your chances.
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