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New York City is running an affordable housing lottery for 11 units at 1303 Hoe Ave. in Longwood.
The 5-story residential building will have 37 total housing units, with 26 at market rate. Of the 11 units set aside for the housing lottery, 10 are intended for those earning 70% of the area median income and with an asset limit of $118,720 and 1 is for those earning 100% of the area median income and with an asset limit of $169,600.
Three of the units at 70% of the area median income are studios, which can house no more than two people each. The monthly rent for one of these units is $1,494. Residents of one of these units must combine to earn between $59,280 and $94,990 a year.
Another three apartments at 70% of the area median income are one-bedroom units. Rent is $1,548 a month. Up to three people can reside in one of these units, as long as their combined annual income ranges from $63,498 to $106,890.
The last four apartments at 70% of the area median income are two-bedroom units. These units, which can house up to five people, cost $1,764 a month in rent. The annual household income must total $76,149 to $128,240.
The lone unit at 100% of the area median income is a studio. This unit has a monthly rent of $2,264. Residents of this unit must combine to make $84,892 to $135,700 a year.
Housing units at 1303 Hoe Ave. feature split-unit heating and cooling, hardwood floors, charging outlets with USB ports, intercommunication devices and high-end kitchen appliances, countertops and finishes. While pets are not allowed, exceptions can be made for service animals. Tenants will be responsible for the electricity, including the stove, heat and hot water.
Amenities available to residents include access to a rooftop terrace for additional fees and an elevator. The area around the property has a pedestrian-friendly walk score. Smoking is prohibited inside the building.
Convenient public transportation access is available near 1303 Hoe Ave. via the Freeman Street subway station, which provides service for the 2 an 5 trains, and bus stops for the Bx19, Bx21 and Bx35 lines. Multiple schools are also in the area, including Community School 134 George F. Bristow, P.S. 66 The School of Higher Expectations, P.S. 314 The Fairmont Neighborhood School, Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School and P.S. X811 The Academy for Career and Living Skills.
Node Architecture, Engineering and Consulting designed the planned building at 1303 Hoe Ave. Luce Popaj is developing the structure under the 773 Grote LLC.
Those who intend to apply for housing at 1303 Hoe Ave. must meet the housing and income size requirements. Applications must be postmarked or submitted online by Nov. 27. Qualified applicants must also meet additional selection criteria.
Those interested in applying for this housing lottery can do so online by clicking here. Applications can also be requested via mail by sending a self-addressed envelope to 1303 Hoe Avenue, c/o Reside New York, 349 Keap St., Brooklyn, NY 11211.
