NYC Housing Lottery: Open Lotteries & Deadlines
9 NYC housing lotteries are open for applications as of October 2026. This free RentReboot directory tracks each lottery’s income bands, rents, and deadlines, and RentReboot’s matching alerts can email you when a new lottery fits your household and income. Applying is always free through the city's official NYC Housing Connect portal.
Open lotteries
9
Next deadline
October 5, 2026
The Lirio
Monthly rents
$863–$3,985
across open lotteries
Directory refreshed October 2, 2026 at 3:21 PM EDT. Housing Connect records last retrieved October 2, 2026 at 2:22 PM EDT.
Find lotteries for your household
Compare advertised income bands for your household. These are potential matches, not an eligibility decision. Asset limits, preferences, and other requirements may apply. Confirm every requirement on NYC Housing Connect.
Open rental lotteries (October 2026)
Showing 9 open lotteries.
| Lottery | Borough | Monthly rent | Household income | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lirio | Manhattan | $863–$3,650 | $35,315–$219,840 | October 5, 2026 · closes in 3 days |
| Longfellow Marmion Apartments | Bronx | $1,369–$2,008 | up to $109,920 | October 8, 2026 · closes in 6 days |
| 815 Kings Highway Apartments- Units Still Available | Brooklyn | $3,799 | $143,829–$238,160 | October 13, 2026 · closes in 11 days |
| 664-672 Beck Street | Bronx | $1,092–$2,779 | up to $162,008 | October 14, 2026 · closes in 12 days |
| Dix Avenue Apartments | Queens | $1,077–$2,312 | $41,760–$126,240 | October 15, 2026 · closes in 13 days |
| 293 East 207th Street Apartments | Bronx | $2,022–$2,117 | $76,595–$122,160 | October 20, 2026 · closes in 18 days |
| 354 East 194th Street Apartments | Bronx | $1,025–$2,936 | $41,726–$164,880 | October 23, 2026 · closes in 21 days |
| Sackett Apartments aka 224 3rd Avenue | Brooklyn | $950–$3,985 | $39,018–$219,840 | October 26, 2026 · closes in 24 days |
| One River Park 355 Exterior Street | Bronx | $1,936–$2,850 | $73,783–$238,160 | November 6, 2026 · closes in 35 days |
Recently closed lotteries
These lotteries no longer accept applications. Their advertised rents and income bands remain available for reference.
- 1052 Willoughby Avenue ApartmentsClosed October 1, 2026
- 34-38 30th Street ApartmentsClosed September 30, 2026
- 936 College Avenue ApartmentsClosed September 30, 2026
- 2905 West 17th Street ApartmentsClosed September 29, 2026
- 917 Home Street ApartmentsClosed September 28, 2026
- 1349 Commonwealth Avenue ApartmentsClosed September 24, 2026
How the NYC housing lottery works
- Browse open lotteries (below or on NYC Housing Connect) and check the income and household-size requirements for each one.
- Create a free account on NYC Housing Connect and fill out your household profile — income, household size, and current address.
- Submit your application before the deadline. Applying is always free, and you can apply to as many lotteries as you qualify for.
- After the deadline, applications are assigned randomized numbers. If your number comes up, the building’s agent contacts you to verify documents and eligibility before offering a lease.
Some units carry preferences (for example, for residents of the local community district or municipal employees); the remaining units are open to all eligible applicants. Applying to NYC housing lotteries is always free through the city's official NYC Housing Connect portal.
NYC housing lottery questions
What is the NYC housing lottery?
NYC Housing Connect lists affordable rental and homeownership opportunities across the five boroughs. A lottery determines the order in which applications are considered. Being selected for review does not guarantee an apartment. This directory focuses on rental lotteries.
What are the NYC housing lottery income requirements?
There is no single income limit for every lottery. Check the official advertisement for the income range that matches your household size and unit. The ranges in this directory summarize multiple units and household sizes; they do not confirm that you qualify. Other eligibility requirements may also apply.
How do I apply for a housing lottery in NYC?
Create a free NYC Housing Connect account, complete your household profile, and apply to a suitable lottery before its deadline. You can also follow the advertisement’s paper-application instructions. Keep your household and income information current, and check your dashboard for updates.
Is it free to apply, and can a paid service improve my chances?
Applying through NYC Housing Connect is free. RentReboot is an independent service, not a City agency. Optional paid services cannot improve your lottery position or influence selection, eligibility review, or approval. You can apply directly without a RentReboot subscription.
Read our NYC Housing Connect application guide for profile setup, documents, and what happens after you apply.
Official guidance: ACCESS NYC eligibility and application steps and HDC application and fee guidance. Always check the official advertisement for the requirements and deadline of a specific lottery.