Housing lotteries are open for new developments in Williamsburg, Bushwick, Coney Island, East New York and Gravesend, with one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments available for eligible families. Applications are due between September 22 and October 13. See all open housing lotteries across the five boroughs here!
624 Metropolitan Avenue | Williamsburg
Apartments: 4 one-bedroom apartments (624 Metropolitan Avenue)
Amenities: Newly constructed mid-rise with balconies, shared laundry room and elevator; pet-friendly; L, G, J, M and Z trains nearby
Monthly rent: $3,600
Eligible household income: $132,069 – $198,510 (households of one to three people; asset limit $220,480)
Lottery ends: September 22, 2026
Apply here
Alafia (Vital Brooklyn Phase B1) | East New York
Apartments: 75 one-bedroom, 72 two-bedroom & 18 three-bedroom apartments (882 Fountain Avenue)
Amenities: Play room, gym, community room, computer room, laundry room, bike storage, package lockers, landscaped outdoor space, on-site parking, free wi-fi and a dishwasher in every apartment. The building is pet-free, and tenants pay their own electricity, including the stove.
Monthly rent: One-bedrooms $1,051 – $2,005 | two-bedrooms $1,245 – $2,390 | three-bedrooms $1,423 – $2,745
Eligible household income: One-bedrooms $40,355 – $94,990 | two-bedrooms $48,412 – $118,720 | three-bedrooms $55,955 – $137,760 (varies by household size)
Lottery ends: September 25, 2026
Apply here — this one is run by New York State rather than through NYC Housing Connect, so it is a separate application.
2905 West 17th Street | Coney Island
Apartments: 21 one-bedroom & 3 two-bedroom apartments (2905 West 17th Street)
Amenities: Newly constructed building with a rooftop terrace, elevator, package lockers, high-speed internet, bike storage lockers and covered, assigned parking spaces; pet-friendly and smoke-free; a short walk to the beach and the boardwalk; B, D, F, N and Q trains nearby. Tenants pay their own electricity, including the stove and heat; hot water is included.
Monthly rent: One-bedrooms $1,681 (13 apartments) or $2,500 (8 apartments) | two-bedrooms $2,002 (2 apartments) or $2,850 (1 apartment), depending on the income tier
Eligible household income: Lower tier – one-bedrooms $63,258 – $122,160, two-bedrooms $76,183 – $146,560 (asset limit $135,680) | higher tier – one-bedrooms $91,338 – $198,510, two-bedrooms $105,258 – $238,160 (asset limit $220,480); varies by household size
Lottery ends: September 29, 2026
Apply here
1052 Willoughby Avenue | Bushwick
Apartments: 2 one-bedroom apartments (1052 Willoughby Avenue)
Amenities: Hardwood floors, split-system heating and air conditioning, intercom entry and security cameras; private patios or balconies on some third-floor units; one small pet (up to 50 lbs) allowed; J, M, Z, L and G trains nearby. Tenants pay their own electricity, including heat and the stove; hot water is included.
Monthly rent: $2,139
Eligible household income: $78,960 – $122,160 (households of one to three people; asset limit $135,680)
Lottery ends: October 1, 2026
Apply here
815 Kings Highway | Gravesend
Apartments: 5 two-bedroom apartments (815 Kings Highway)
Amenities: Newly built 19-story building with in-unit washers and dryers, dishwashers, high-end kitchen appliances, stone countertops and air conditioning; a media room, sundeck and rooftop terrace; elevator, package lockers, security cameras and gated access; garage parking, bike storage and an electric car charging station for an extra fee; B and Q trains nearby. Dogs and cats under 20 lbs are allowed with the owner’s approval. Tenants pay their own electricity, including the electric stove, hot water and heat.
Monthly rent: $3,799
Eligible household income: $143,829 – $238,160 (households of two to five people; asset limit $220,480)
Lottery ends: October 13, 2026
Apply here
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