The affordable housing lottery has launched for Williamsburg Wharf A1, a 22-story residential building at 482 Kent Avenue in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Developed by Naftali Group and designed by Brandon Haw Architecture and Ward + Gray, the structure yields 249 residences. Available on NYC Housing Connect are 75 units for residents at 80 percent of the area median income (AMI), ranging in eligible income from $68,812 to $140,000.
Amenities include pet-friendly policies, a dog park, a garage with electric vehicle charging stations, bike storage lockers, a shared laundry room, gym, yoga and dance studio, media room, pool, common area Wi-Fi, recreation room, and a rooftop terrace. Residences are equipped with washers and dryers, air conditioning, hardwood floors, patios or balconies, and name-brand kitchen appliances, countertops, and finishes. There is also a doorman, valet trash, recycling center, and on-site resident manager. Tenants are responsible for electricity, including electric heat and cooling.
At 80 percent of the AMI, there are 24 studios with a monthly rent of $1,880 for incomes ranging from $68,812 to $103,680; 35 one-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $2,006 for incomes ranging from $73,783 to $116,640; and 16 two-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $2,394 for incomes ranging from $88,732 to $140,000.
Prospective renters must meet income and household size requirements to apply for these apartments. Applications must be postmarked or submitted online no later than July 28, 2025.
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In the last 10 years, how many lottery winners, Is it working, Tells more or recomend articles/info.
it actually decreases the supply of market-rate housing
80% ami 😒
imagine the pool parties!