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October 21, 2025 7 mins

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This month S Roundup features deeply affordable apartments for
older New Yorkers, families, andindividuals with rents that meet
New Yorkers where they are. As market rate rents hit record
highs and competition for housing intensifies, many New
Yorkers are struggling to find aplace to call home that they can
afford. Whether trying to stay rooted in

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the neighborhood they love or looking for a fresh start
somewhere new, the path to stable housing can feel out of
reach for so many. That is why the NYC Department
of Housing Preservation and Development, HPD, is continuing
with The Affordable Scoop, a monthly roundup of deeply
affordable apartments currently available on NYC Housing

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Connect. The Affordable Scoop builds on
that momentum, making it even easier for New Yorkers to see
what S available, where it's located, and who S eligible.
Each month, HPD will spotlight deeply affordable homes with key
details on rent levels, income bands and how to apply so more

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New Yorkers can find a place to call home.
In 2025, HPD connected a record 10,336 households to affordable
homes through the city S HousingConnect affordable Housing
Lottery. This month S featured listings
across the boroughs 330 Melrose St.

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Apartments, Brooklyn, NY 11237 Units available studios
Application deadline October 24th 2025 Starting rents as low
as 949.00 Eligible income 37 comma 4 O six 129,600.

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Welcome to the best of bushwick living.
These modern studio apartments combine thoughtful design with
practical comforts, featuring energy efficient appliance,
stylish countertops, and qualityfinishes throughout.
The building welcomes 2 pets perunit up to 50 lbs each with
breed restrictions to ensure a safe, friendly environment.

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Tenants are responsible for electricity including electric
stove and heat hot water included with rent.
The Carroll, Brooklyn, NY 11231 units available.
Studio one and two bedrooms. Application deadline October

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24th, 2025. Starting rents as low as 978.00.
Eligible Income 38 Comma 400 Two127,500 The Carol is a striking
new residential development thatmakes an elegant yet bold

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statement with its contrasting facade.
Each unit features beautiful kitchens and sleek, contemporary
finishes that reflect exceptional quality throughout.
Residents enjoy a variety of amenities, including a fitness
center, a lounge, a rooftop terrace, and a sun deck.
The spacious shared laundry room.

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The building allows pets per unit with a maximum weight of 50
lbs each and some breed restrictions.
Tenants are responsible for electricity including cooking
and heating. Rent includes hot water. 16 O 1
DeKalb Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11237 units

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available. Studio 1-2 dash and three
bedrooms. Application deadline November
5th, 2025. Starting rents as low as 788.00.
Eligible income 30. Comma 820 three, 241,000 and 80.

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Welcome to 16 O 1 DeKalb Ave. This building is a newly
constructed development with 81 spacious residential units
located in Brooklyn. Community Board for key
amenities include air conditioning in unit appliances,
24/7 security personnel and camera surveillance, cart

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operated laundry room, free Wi-Fi and a community room.
Enjoy easy access with elevators, A spacious courtyard
for relaxation and bike storage.The building is well connected
to public transportation and situated in a vibrant
neighborhood with convenient access to shops, dining and

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entertainment. 890 Erskine St. Brooklyn, NY 11239 units
available. Studio and one bedrooms.
Application deadline November 12th, 2025.
Eligible income zero 56,700.00 Eligible tenant pays 30% of

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their income. This senior apartment building
features the following amenities.
On site residence, super outdoorrecreation area, elevator, gym,
library, community room. Free, secure in unit Wi-Fi and
Internet for all households and a cart operated laundry room.

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Apartments are equipped with luxury vinyl tile, quartz
countertops and stainless steel appliances.
The building is adjacent to Barrowman Playground and a short
distance from Shirley Chisholm State Park.
The neighborhood also features many restaurants and
supermarkets, including the Gateway Shopping Center.

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Tenants are responsible for electric with electric stove,
3118 Webster Ave. Bronx, NY 10467 units available.
Studio 1-2 dash and three bedrooms.
Application deadline November 21st, 2025.

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Starting rents as low as 698.00.Eligible income 27 Comma 730
eight 160,720. These apartments offer
affordable and luxurious apartments in the Bronx.
Modern finishes, spacious layouts, and easy access to

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transit, shopping and dining. Comfortable living at a price
you can afford. Apply today.
Pets are not allowed, but service animals are permitted as
an exception. Tenant is responsible for
electricity with electric stove.Rent includes electric heating

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and hot water. New York City is committed to
the principle of inclusivity in all of its neighborhoods,
including supporting New Yorkersto reside in neighborhoods of
their choice, regardless of their neighborhood of origin and
regardless of the neighborhood into which they want to move.
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