The affordable housing lottery has launched for Artifact No. 1861, a five-story residential building at 1861 Amsterdam Avenue in Hamilton Heights, Manhattan. Designed by David Jimenez and developed by Artifact Real Estate Development Company, the structure yields 47 residences. Available on NYC Housing Connect are 18 units for residents at 130 percent of the area median income (AMI), ranging in eligible income from $106,698 to $227,500.
Amenities include dog park, dog washing station, bike storage lockers, gym, outdoor areas including a rooftop terrace and sundeck, common area Wi-Fi, package lockers, elevator, and a virtual doorman. Residences are equipped with washers and dryers, dishwashers, air conditioning, hardwood floors, smart controls for heating and cooling, intercoms, and name-brand kitchen appliances, countertops, and finishes. Tenants are responsible for electricity, including stove, hot water, and heat.
At 130 percent of the AMI, there are four studios with a monthly rent of $2,900 for incomes ranging from $106,698 to $168,480; 12 one-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $3,200 for incomes ranging from $119,315 to $189,540; and two two-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $4,100 for incomes ranging from $155,452 to $227,500.
Prospective renters must meet income and household size requirements to apply for these apartments. Applications must be postmarked or submitted online no later than June 3, 2026.
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Cross street?
That was my question too. I took the time to look it up. This is at the northeast corner of 152nd Street.
Artifact?..a recovered archeological treasure explaining past human behavior..that’s a reach in this instance.