Housing lottery begins for six units in Elmhurst, rent starts at $2,225

New York City has launched an affordable housing lottery for six units in a 7-story mixed-use building at 83-12 Broadway in Elmhurst.

The structure, which will be 72 feet tall and span 25,984 square feet when completed, will have 34 total housing units, with 28 at market rate. All six units set aside in the housing lottery are intended for those earning 80% of the area median income and with an asset limit of $135,680.

Three of the apartments in the housing lottery are one-bedroom units. The monthly rent is $2,225. Up to three people can occupy one of these units, as long as they combine to earn between $84,926 and $122,160 a year.

The other three apartments in the housing lottery are two-bedroom units. Rent is $2,579 a month. As many as five people can live in one of these units. The required annual household income must range from $102,000 to $146,560.

Each housing unit at 83-12 Broadway has energy-efficient appliances, air conditioning, intercommunication devices and patios or balconies. One dog is allowed per unit, as long as it weighs no more than 25 pounds. Exceptions can be made for service dogs. There is a $300 refundable pet security deposit. Tenants will be responsible for electricity, including the stove, heat and hot water.

Building amenities include bike storage lockers, laundry facilities, security cameras, an elevator and an accessible entrance. The area around the building also has a pedestrian-friendly walk score. There are no fees for any of these amenities. Smoking is not allowed inside the building.

There is convenient access to mass transportation from 83-12 Broadway via the nearby Elmhurst Avenue subway station, which provides service for the E, F, M and R trains, as well as bus stops for the Q29, Q53-SBS, Q58 and Q60 lines. There are also multiple schools nearby, including P.S. 7Q Louis F. Simeone, 277Q at P.S. 322 The Riverview School and P255Q. Other notable features within close proximity to the property include the Elmhurst Library, the Moore Homestead Playground and Veterans Grove.

Residential space will account for 21,288 square feet of the building, while the other 4,696 square feet will be commercial space. The building was designed by ABC Engineering PLLC. NY B&B Property LLC is developing it, with the structure expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

Those who intend to apply for housing at 83-12 Broadway must meet the housing and income size requirements. Applications must be postmarked or submitted online by Oct. 28. Qualified applicants must also meet additional selection criteria.

Anyone 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 83-12 Broadway Apartments, c/o Reside New York, 349 Keap St., Brooklyn, NY 11211.