College Point Housing Lottery to Open Four Units
New York City residents can apply for apartments at 6-05 129th St. through November 11, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Apartments
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A housing lottery for four units at 6-05 129th St. in College Point has officially launched. Interested applicants have until November 11, 2026, to submit their forms for these new residency opportunities.
Why it matters
This lottery provides a path to residency within a 24-unit building in Queens. The selection process ensures that available housing is distributed according to specific income and asset eligibility criteria.
Monthly rents are set at $2,200 for one-bedroom units and $2,500 for two-bedroom units. Applicants are required to earn 130% of the area median income and must adhere to a $220,480 asset limit.
The players
Reside New York
This organization facilitates the processing of mail-in applications for housing lotteries in the region.
NYC Housing Connect
This is the official platform used by the city to manage affordable housing applications and lotteries.
The details
The building at 6-05 129th St. includes shared laundry facilities and covered parking for residents. Prospective tenants can submit applications through the city's digital portal or via mail by requesting materials from Reside New York.
Timeline
The application deadline for the housing lottery is November 11, 2026.
Culture Shift
This lottery follows a pattern set by New York City's Inclusionary Housing Program to provide affordable units in new developments. These efforts reflect a broader shift in urban planning aimed at increasing housing density in residential neighborhoods like College Point.
Interested residents must ensure their income and assets meet the specified 130% median income and $220,480 limit thresholds before applying. Those preferring mail-in submissions should send a self-addressed envelope to Reside New York in Brooklyn to receive the necessary forms.
The takeaway
Prospective applicants should organize their financial documentation early to ensure they meet the specific eligibility criteria by the November deadline. Utilizing the official portal allows for the most efficient submission process for those seeking these units.
What happens next
The deadline for all lottery applications is November 11, 2026.
Further reading
For additional housing news, see the Apartments section.
More information
To review eligibility requirements or start an application, visit the NYC Housing Connect application portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by QNS.
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