About This Property
Riverhead Housing Development Corporation operates 196 units of public housing in Riverhead, NY in Suffolk County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The property is managed by the local housing authority.
Waitlist Information
Preferences included living, working, or attending school in Riverhead, extremely low-income households, and elderly or disabled residents of Riverhead; selected applications were placed on the waiting list by random lottery, ordered by preferences.
Preferences included living, working, or attending school in Riverhead, extremely low-income households, elderly residents of Riverhead, and disabled residents of Riverhead; selected applications were placed on the waiting list by random lottery, by order of preferences.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 7, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Suffolk County, NY
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,708 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,144 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,508 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,246 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,521 |
Income Limits - Suffolk County, NY
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,500
- Low (80%)
- $66,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,000
- Low (80%)
- $75,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $58,500
- Low (80%)
- $85,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $38,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $64,950
- Low (80%)
- $94,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $42,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $70,150
- Low (80%)
- $102,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $45,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $75,350
- Low (80%)
- $110,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $48,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $80,550
- Low (80%)
- $117,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $51,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $85,750
- Low (80%)
- $125,300
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $27,300 | $45,500 | $66,450 |
| 2 Persons | $31,200 | $52,000 | $75,950 |
| 3 Persons | $35,100 | $58,500 | $85,450 |
| 4 Persons | $38,950 | $64,950 | $94,900 |
| 5 Persons | $42,100 | $70,150 | $102,500 |
| 6 Persons | $45,200 | $75,350 | $110,100 |
| 7 Persons | $48,300 | $80,550 | $117,700 |
| 8 Persons | $51,450 | $85,750 | $125,300 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Riverhead, NY?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Suffolk County, NY is: $1708 (Studio), $2144 (1BR), $2508 (2BR), $3246 (3BR), $3521 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Riverhead Housing Development Corproration is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Riverhead Housing Development Corproration have?+
Riverhead Housing Development Corproration has a total of 196 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Riverhead Housing Development Corproration?+
Riverhead Housing Development Corproration is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6317228701, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
Is there a waitlist for Riverhead Housing Development Corproration?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Suffolk County, NY?+
For a 4-person household in Suffolk County, NY, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $38,950, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $64,950, Low Income (80% AMI): $94,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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