Applications are being accepted for Affordable housing units at 36 senior and family housing sites across the city
YONKERS, NY (March 12, 2025) – The Municipal Housing Authority for the City of Yonkers (MHACY) is opening its waiting list for family and senior affordable housing units across the city.
Applications for Project-Based Voucher (PBV)/Public housing sites will open on Thursday, March 27 at 9 am andcloseonFriday,March28,2025 (11:59 PM ET). Applications will be accepted online at MHACY’s website at https://www.mhacy.org/
Applicants can apply for studio, one, two, three, or four-bedroom units at 36 housing sites across the city. Eligibility is based on household income, citizenship, and the ability of the family to meet screening requirements. For senior units, applicants must be at least 62. See list of housing sites and income eligibility here:
“Housing is key to the vitality of any city. We are excited to be opening the waiting list for affordable housing units for our seniors and low-income residents,’’ said Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano. “In addition to the thousands of units of new market rate housing that are going up, we are now making more affordable housing available to the community.’’
“Housing is one of the most pressing needs across the nation,’’ said Wilson Kimball, President and CEO of MHACY. “Our partnership with Mayor Spano and the City of Yonkers has allowed us to provide more affordable housing, which is the first step to financial viability.’’
MHACY does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, familial status, or disability. Those seeking assistance with online applications can get help and the use of computers at the following times and locations.
Yonkers Office of the Aging
435 Riverdale Avenue
Yonkers, NY 10705
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Calcagno Gymnasium
10 Brook Street
Yonkers, NY 10705
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM