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Town of Guilderland
Guilderland, New York
Last Updated
8 hours ago
About Town of Guilderland
The Town of Guilderland offers housing assistance programs within Guilderland, Albany County, New York. This authority manages approximately 114 assisted housing units, primarily providing assistance through Housing Choice Vouchers (often known as Section 8 vouchers).
Applicants can currently apply for a range of programs, including 36 Allen Drive, Embury Apartments, Other, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Promenade Apartments, Public Housing, SRDI, Springs West Apartments, and Stonequist Apartments LLC.
Eligibility for these housing programs is based on household income. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY MSA area is $58,050 per year. Interested applicants should verify specific program requirements.
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36 Allen Drive Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are ONLY being accepted for three-bedroom units; the one-bedroom waitlist is currently closed.
Apartment Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The SRDI waitlist is currently open. Eligibility requires meeting income guidelines, such as a very low income limit of $58,050 annually for a family of four in FY2025. To apply, contact the housing authority by phone at (518) 372-4739 or email at section8@jeminc.com to request an application.
Embury Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are being accepted for Embury Apartments.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Stonequist Apartments LLC is one of several other site-specific open waitlists in Guilderland. Eligibility is based on household income, with a very low income limit of $58,050 annually for a family of four in FY2025. Families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement. For application details, contact Town of Guilderland by phone at (518) 372-4739 or email at section8@jeminc.com.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waitlist for Stonequist Apartments LLC is open. Eligibility requires meeting income guidelines, such as a very low income limit of $58,050 annually for a family of four in FY2025, and required documents.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Eligibility is based on household income, with a very low income limit of $58,050 annually for a family of four in FY2025. Families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement. For application details, contact Town of Guilderland by phone at (518) 372-4739 or email at section8@jeminc.com.
Promenade Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Public Housing waitlist is currently open. Eligibility requires meeting income guidelines, such as a very low income limit of $58,050 annually for a family of four in FY2025. To apply, contact the housing authority by phone at (518) 372-4739 or email at section8@jeminc.com to request an application.
SRDI Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The SRDI program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
Stonequist Apartments LLC Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
Other Programs
1 programThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Guilderland.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Town of Guilderland directly to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Town of Guilderland
Check Current Status
Town of Guilderland currently has 10 open waiting lists (36 Allen Drive, Apartment Program, Embury Apartments, HCV, Other, PBV, Promenade Apartments, Public Housing, SRDI, Stonequist Apartments LLC). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Town of Guilderland, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $58,050/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact Town of Guilderland directly at to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Town of Guilderland, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Town of Guilderland manages approximately 114 assisted housing units (114 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Guilderland. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Town of Guilderland
36 Allen Drive open
The 36 Allen Drive program at Town of Guilderland provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Guilderland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Apartment Program open
The Apartment Program program at Town of Guilderland provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Guilderland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Embury Apartments open
The Embury Apartments program at Town of Guilderland provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Guilderland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Town of Guilderland provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Guilderland. This program serves approximately 114 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other open
The Other program at Town of Guilderland provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Guilderland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Town of Guilderland are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Guilderland. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Promenade Apartments open
The Promenade Apartments program at Town of Guilderland provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Guilderland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Town of Guilderland are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
SRDI open
The SRDI program at Town of Guilderland provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Guilderland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Stonequist Apartments LLC open
The Stonequist Apartments LLC program at Town of Guilderland provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Guilderland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Springs West Apartments closed
The Springs West Apartments program at Town of Guilderland provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Guilderland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Town of Guilderland?
Town of Guilderland Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Town of Guilderland are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $58,050. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $24,400 | $40,650 | $65,050 |
| 2 Persons | $27,900 | $46,450 | $74,350 |
| 3 Persons | $31,400 | $52,250 | $83,650 |
| 4 Persons | $34,850 | $58,050 | $92,900 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $62,700 | $100,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $67,350 | $107,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $72,000 | $115,200 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $76,650 | $122,650 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Town of Guilderland — including across state lines.