25-16 37th Avenue, Long Island City: 12 Affordable Apartments on Housing Connect, From $2,590 a Month
Quick answer25-16 37th Avenue is a new seven-story building with 40 apartments in Long Island City, Queens. NYC Housing Connect advertised 12 of them at 130% AMI: one studio at $2,590 a month, eight one-bedrooms at $2,750 and three two-bedrooms at $3,850. Applications were due April 1, 2026. As of October 23, 2026, the City's data lists the lottery in "Tenant Selection". Only the studio rent is under its 2026 CityFHEPS maximum, and only before utility costs.
Last checked: October 23, 2026, against the Housing Connect listing for lottery 7455, its rent table and Housing Connect's open-lottery search, each read at the start and end of the work; the Housing Connect FAQ; HPD's 421-a page, re-rentals page and guide Applying for Affordable Housing; CityFHEPS form DSS-8r; Department of Buildings job filings for job 420620901, DOB NOW filings and certificates of occupancy; HPD's production data (project 77953); the City's lottery data and lottery building data; PLUTO; ACRIS for Queens block 368, lot 22; City Planning's address search; Reside New York's property page; a New York YIMBY report of November 1, 2017; and the MTA's station data. How VoucherMatch reports these guides and corrects errors: how we report.
- 12apartments in the Housing Connect lottery, all at 130% AMI
- 40apartments in the building, in the permit and certificates
- $2,590the rent for the one studio
- $3,850the rent for each of the three two-bedrooms
- April 1, 2026the application deadline
- April 2, 2026the first certificate of occupancy
What it means: the building was signed off for living in one day after applications closed.
Source: Housing Connect listing for lottery 7455, read October 23, 2026; Department of Buildings job 420620901 and its certificate of occupancy records.
- Area median income (AMI)The middle income for the area, adjusted for household size. A lottery apartment "at 60% AMI" is for households earning up to about 60% of it. The agency's income chart turns each level into dollar limits.
- Lottery (NYC Housing Connect)Every complete application gets a random log number. The marketing agent works through applications in log-number order within each preference group, so applying early does not help.
- Minimum incomeThe lowest yearly income the listing accepts for an apartment, so the rent is not too large a share of income. Housing Connect does not apply it to households with a voucher or rental subsidy.
- Marketing agentThe company the building hires to run its lottery and check applicants' papers.
- Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)Rental help run by a housing authority. You find a home, and the agency checks the unit, rent and your household before it approves payment.
- CityFHEPS (New York City)The City Fighting Homelessness and Eviction Prevention Supplement: a City-funded rent supplement that the Department of Social Services (DSS) pays straight to the landlord.
- Payment standard (the CityFHEPS maximum in this report)An amount the agency uses to work out housing assistance for a unit size and area. It does not mean that any home at that rent will be approved.
- Utility allowanceThe agency's estimate of the cost of utilities you must pay. It is not a promise to pay your actual bills.
- FMR and SAFMRHUD rent estimates for an area (Fair Market Rent) or ZIP code (Small Area Fair Market Rent). They include rent and most tenant-paid utilities. Your agency may use a different payment standard.
- Certificate of occupancyThe Department of Buildings' sign-off that a building, or part of it, can be lived in.

What Was Built at 25-16 37th Avenue
25-16 37th Avenue is a seven-story building with 40 apartments. Its new building permit was filed in 2012, and its first certificate of occupancy came in 2026.
- Names: Housing Connect calls the lottery "25-16 37th Avenue Apartments". City records write the address as 25-16 37 Avenue or 25-16 37 Ave. A 2017 YIMBY report called the project "The Smyth".
- Permit: Department of Buildings job 420620901 is a new building of seven stories, 70 feet and 40 dwelling units. An older copy of the record lists six stories and 39 units.
- Other counts: PLUTO, the City's lot database, lists six floors, 39 residential units and 41 units in all. YIMBY wrote in 2017: "Floors three through seven will have 41 condominiums".
- Certificates of occupancy: the first, dated April 2, 2026, covers 40 dwelling units. Renewals followed on July 10 and October 5, 2026.
- Owner: the permit, PLUTO and ACRIS name 25-16 LIC LLC.
- Condominium: a December 2025 filing would "SUBDIVIDE THE CONDOMINIUM BUILDING" into two condo tax lots. The listing offers its 12 apartments for rent.
- Design and developer in 2017: YIMBY credited the design to Brent M. Porter & Associates and named "D.A. Development Group and JBL Development group". No newer record opened names a developer.

- September 7, 2012the new building job is filed.
- April 21, 201525-16 37 Ave Owners LLC buys the lot for $5,000,000.
- April 3, 2017demolition of a one-story and a two-story building is signed off.
- November 1, 2017YIMBY reports that excavation is "nearly complete".
- February 2, 202325-16 LIC LLC buys the lot for $14,120,000.
- June 28, 2023the job is fully permitted.
- December 1, 2025HPD's project start date.
- March 11, 2026the Housing Connect lottery opens.
- April 1, 2026applications are due.
- April 2, 2026the first certificate of occupancy.
What it means: YIMBY expected completion "in 2018". The permit, the certificates and HPD all count 40 apartments.
Source: Department of Buildings job 420620901, demolition jobs 421081723 and 421082269, and certificate of occupancy records; ACRIS, Queens block 368; HPD project 77953; the City's lottery data; New York YIMBY.
The Program the Listing Names
The listing names "421-a(16)". It says the building "is anticipated to receive a Tax Exemption through the 421a Tax Incentive program".
- 421-aHPD says "The 421-a Tax Incentive is a partial tax exemption for new multiple dwellings."
- Option A"25% of the units must be affordable: at least 10% at up to 40% of AMI, 10% at up to 60% of AMI, and 5% at up to 130% of AMI".
- Option B"30% of the units must be affordable: at least 10% at up to 70% of AMI and 20% at up to 130% of AMI."
- Option C"At least 30% of the units must be affordable at up to 130% of AMI". HPD lists other options too.
What it means: the listing names no 421-a option. No document opened says which option applies or whether the exemption was granted.
Source: Housing Connect listing; HPD's 421-a page, read October 23, 2026.
Where 25-16 37th Avenue Is
25-16 37th Avenue is in Long Island City, Queens, in ZIP code 11101. It is in Queens Community District 1 and City Council District 26.
- Long Island CityCity Planning's address search. The listing says "in the heart of Long Island City" (the advertisement's words).
- Dutch KillsYIMBY placed the project in "Long Island City's Dutch Kills neighborhood".
- Queensbridge-Ravenswood-Dutch Killsthe area name in Department of Buildings and certificate records.
- The lotQueens block 368, lot 22. PLUTO calls it a corner lot.
What it means: VoucherMatch files the building under Long Island City.
Source: the records named; ZIP code 11101 is in all of them.
| Station | Daytime lines | Straight-line distance | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Av | N, W | about 0.25 miles | No |
| 39 Av-Dutch Kills | N, W | about 0.26 miles | No |
| 36 St | M, R | about 0.42 miles | No |
| 21 St-Queensbridge | M | about 0.47 miles | Yes |
| Queensboro Plaza | 7, N, W | about 0.51 miles | Yes |
| Queens Plaza | E, F, R | about 0.54 miles | Yes |
What it means: the N and W stop at two stations about a quarter mile away. The listing labels Queens Plaza "E,M,R" and 21st St "F"; the MTA's data lists other lines there now.
Source: the MTA's station data, read October 23, 2026; straight-line distances by VoucherMatch from the listing's map point, so the walk is longer.
- Buses: the listing names stops at Queens Plaza South/28 St and 21 St/Queens Plaza North, each about 0.5 miles away.
- Along the lines: see apartments near the N train.
12 Apartments in the Lottery, All at 130% AMI
All 12 lottery apartments are at 130% AMI. There is one studio, eight one-bedrooms and three two-bedrooms.
View the data table
| Apartment size | Apartments |
|---|---|
| Studio | 1 |
| One-bedroom | 8 |
| Two-bedroom | 3 |
What it means: two of every three lottery apartments are one-bedrooms.
Source: Housing Connect listing for lottery 7455, counted by VoucherMatch from its 12 unit rows, read October 23, 2026; the City's lottery data gives the same counts.
Watch outHPD's production data, updated September 30, 2026, does not match the listing. It counts 10 "extremely low income" units and 2 "middle income" units. It lists two studios, seven one-bedrooms and three two-bedrooms. The listing rents all 12 at 130% AMI. Ask the Housing Connect hotline, 212-863-7990.

Rents and Income Ranges in the Housing Connect Listing for 25-16 37th Avenue
The 12 apartments rent for $2,590 to $3,850 a month. The lowest minimum income is $93,223 a year, and the highest maximum is $238,160.
| Apartments | Rent | People | Yearly income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 studio | $2,590 | 1 to 2 | $93,223 to $176,410 |
| 8 one-bedrooms | $2,750 | 1 to 3 | $99,292 to $198,510 |
| 3 two-bedrooms | $3,850 | 2 to 5 | $138,686 to $238,160 |
What it means: each type has one minimum income for all household sizes.
Source: Housing Connect listing for lottery 7455, read October 23, 2026. The top of each range is for the largest household allowed.
| Household size | Maximum income | Apartments open to it |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $154,440 | Studio, one-bedroom |
| 2 people | $176,410 | All three sizes |
| 3 people | $198,510 | One-bedroom, two-bedroom |
| 4 people | $220,480 | Two-bedroom |
| 5 people | $238,160 | Two-bedroom |
What it means: income before taxes has to be at or under the number for the household's size.
Source: the same listing.
- One or two peopleunder $93,223. One person earning $93,223 to $99,291 fits only the studio.
- Three peopleunder $99,292.
- Four or five peopleunder $138,686. Only the three two-bedrooms take four or five people.
- With a voucherthe minimum incomes do not apply, says the Housing Connect FAQ. The rent still has to fit the voucher.
What it means: larger households need far more income.
Source: VoucherMatch's arithmetic from the listing's incomes; the Housing Connect FAQ.
- Listingone to five people, incomes of $93,223 to $238,160.
- Reside New York's pagehousehold size "1-3" and "Required Income $90,103-$189,540". Both give rents of $2,590 to $3,850.
What it means: the Housing Connect listing is the official record.
Source: both pages, read October 23, 2026.

Which Rents a CityFHEPS or Section 8 Voucher Reaches
Before utility costs, the studio is $14 under its 2026 CityFHEPS maximum. The one-bedrooms are $16 over, and the two-bedrooms are $853 over.
This was a city lottery on NYC Housing Connect, run under HPD. Its FAQ says: "Minimum income requirements do not apply if you have a voucher or a rental subsidy. However, rent should be within maximum limits allowed by your voucher or rental assistance program."
View the data table
| Apartment size | Lottery rent | CityFHEPS maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,590 | $2,604 |
| One-bedroom | $2,750 | $2,734 |
| Two-bedroom | $3,850 | $2,997 |
What it means: only the studio rent is under its maximum.
Source: rents from the Housing Connect listing; maximums from DSS-8r, which calls them "the maximum rent amounts if all utilities are included in the lease", in effect since April 1, 2026.
The listing says: "Tenants are responsible for electricity, including electric heat. Rent includes stove and hot water." The kitchen photos show gas ranges. So VoucherMatch subtracts DSS-8r's "Electric" row, for a home with no electric stove, and its "Electric Heat Only" row.
| Apartment size | CityFHEPS maximum | Less both allowances | Lottery rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,604 | $2,456 | $2,590 |
| One-bedroom | $2,734 | $2,564 | $2,750 |
| Two-bedroom | $2,997 | $2,773 | $3,850 |
What it means: after allowances, every rent is over the adjusted maximum, by $134, $186 and $1,077. DSS decides how it counts utilities, so ask DSS before applying.
Source: DSS-8r, 2026 payment standards and utility allowances ($96 and $52 for a studio, $108 and $62 for a one-bedroom, $142 and $82 for a two-bedroom); subtraction by VoucherMatch.
- Credit check: the FAQ says "Applicants qualifying with rental subsidy are not subject to a credit check or review of rental history."
- Section 8: NYCHA and HPD set their own limits. See the New York City Housing Authority page and Section 8 payment standards in NYC for 2026. For allowances, read Section 8 utility allowances in NYC.
How the Rents Compare With HUD's Figures for ZIP Code 11101
All three rents are under HUD's figures for ZIP code 11101. The studio and one-bedrooms are about $1,000 a month under, and the two-bedrooms are $330 under.
View the data table
| Apartment size | Lottery rent | HUD fair market rent, ZIP 11101 |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,590 | $3,650 |
| One-bedroom | $2,750 | $3,840 |
| Two-bedroom | $3,850 | $4,180 |
What it means: the lottery rents leave out electricity and heat, which tenants pay. The gaps are $1,060, $1,090 and $330 before those bills.
Source: rents from the Housing Connect listing; HUD's Small Area Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, in effect since October 1, 2026, which include most utilities.
- Apartments in this ZIP code: see voucher apartments in ZIP 11101 and Section 8 apartments in Long Island City.
How 25-16 37th Avenue Was Financed
Property records show two mortgages from Bankwell Bank to 25-16 LIC LLC, dated February 2, 2023. Together they come to $22,000,000, by VoucherMatch's sum.
| Date | Document | Parties | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 2, 2023 | Deed | 25-16 37 Ave Owners LLC to 25-16 LIC LLC | $14,120,000 |
| February 2, 2023 | Two mortgages | 25-16 LIC LLC to Bankwell Bank | $13,964,000 and $8,036,000 |
| May 12, 2025 and April 24, 2026 | Agreements | 25-16 LIC LLC and Bankwell Bank | same two amounts |
What it means: the index lists no agreement with HPD for this lot. It does not say what the 2025 and 2026 agreements change.
Source: ACRIS, Queens block 368, lot 22.
Preferences, Building Features and Fees at 25-16 37th Avenue
The listing names no preference or set-aside groups. Tenants pay electricity, and several shared spaces cost extra.
- Listednone. The listing's preference field is empty.
- The FAQ's rulethe community preference is "For developments financed by the City". It "does not apply to developments that do not receive City financing, e.g., those that only receive a tax exemption."
What it means: no document opened says whether the building has City financing.
Source: Housing Connect listing and FAQ.
- In the apartments, per the listingwashers and dryers, a dishwasher, air-conditioning, and "Patio or balcony".
- Building, per the listinga rooftop terrace, package lockers, security cameras, and a smoke-free policy.
- Extra costthe description lists "a fully equipped gym*, bike storage*, package room*, family room*, and on-site parking* (*additional fees apply)".
- Utilitiestenants pay electricity, including electric heat. Rent includes the stove and hot water.
- Pets"one pet per apartment up to 5 LBs with a $300 refundable upfront pet deposit."
- Fees to applythe listing's field for deposits or application fees is set to no.
What it means: the listing does not give the extra fees in dollars.
Source: Housing Connect listing.

What Happens After the Housing Connect Lottery and Where Openings Are Posted
Applications for the 12 apartments were due April 1, 2026. On the City's lottery data, last updated October 5, 2026, the lottery's status is "Tenant Selection".
- 1Log numbers"Within a few weeks after the lottery application deadline, Housing Connect randomly assigns log numbers".
- 2Review"The developer reviews them in log number order (starting with those who meet preference categories) and contacts applicants."
- 3Documents"If your log number comes up, the developer will contact you to submit documents."
- 4TimingHPD's guide says "You may hear about the status of your application within two to twelve months after the deadline."
What it means: the guide adds that "you will only have a few business days to submit your documents".
Source: step one from the Housing Connect FAQ; steps two to four from HPD's applying guide.
- ID for every adult. the FAQ accepts "drivers’ licenses, non-driver state ID cards, and IDNYC cards"
- Children under 18. "Birth certificates or other forms of documentation like a school letter"
- Income, address and assets. "pay stubs, tax returns, proof of address, and asset documentation"
- Asset limit. the rent table lists $220,480 for every apartment
- Voucher. proof of the subsidy and the rent it covers
What it means: the request for documents lists the exact papers.
Source: Housing Connect FAQ; the listing's rent table.
Check before you payapplying through NYC Housing Connect is free. Its FAQ says "There is no fee to apply for housing using Housing Connect"; a marketing agent may charge a credit or background check fee of no more than $20 per household. No payment app, wire or gift card buys a place in a lottery, and no one should charge you to see or hold an apartment. Apply only at housingconnect.nyc.gov or by mail to the address in the official listing.
- Housing Connectlottery 7455 was not among the 23 rentals in the open-lottery search, and no newer listing for the building was found. New lotteries are posted at housingconnect.nyc.gov.
- Re-rentalsthe FAQ says vacant units "may be made available for applicants outside of Housing Connect". HPD's re-rentals page lists Reside New York among the managers to contact.
- Marketing agentpaper forms were requested from "25-16 37th Avenue Apartments C/O Reside New York, 349 Keap Street", Brooklyn, NY 11211. Reside's page labels it "Upcoming Project".
- Postmarkthe listing gives no return address or postmark rule for paper forms.
What it means: as of October 23, 2026, VoucherMatch found no open application or waiting list for these apartments.
Source: Housing Connect's open-lottery search and borough count (3 Queens rentals); the City's lottery data; HPD's re-rentals page; the listing; Reside New York.
What Is Known and Not Yet Known About 25-16 37th Avenue
The rents, incomes, deadline and lottery status are published. How many apartments have been leased is not.
- Not publishedhow many apartments are leased, any waiting list, and the amenity fees.
- Not explainedHPD's count of 10 "extremely low income" units, and the incomes on Reside's page.
- Not confirmedwhether the 421-a exemption was granted and which option applies.
- Whom to askthe Housing Connect hotline, 212-863-7990, "from 9am to 5pm on weekdays", or nychousingconnect@hpd.nyc.gov.
What it means: check again before acting.
Source: Housing Connect listing and FAQ; city records named above.

If You Need an Apartment Now
No waiting list is posted, so a household that needs to move has to look elsewhere.
- Open in Queens now: Housing Connect's search listed 83-12 Broadway, due October 28, 2026; 42-78 65 Place, due November 2; DOMI, due November 10; and 6-05 129th Street, due November 11.
2 bedrooms, $2,816 a monthJamaica, Queens
3 bedrooms, $3,555 a monthJamaica, QueensAccepts CityFHEPS · HASA
2 bedrooms, $2,900 a monthJamaica, QueensAccepts Section 8 (HCV) · NYCHA
Listed by landlords who say which vouchers they accept. These are separate from the lottery. See all Queens listings
- Voucher in hand: browse Section 8 apartments in Queens, CityFHEPS apartments in Queens and CityFHEPS apartments in Long Island City.
- No voucher yet: read how to get a housing voucher in NYC, compare CityFHEPS vs Section 8, or see low-income apartments in New York City.
Frequently Asked Questions
Was 25-16 37th Avenue on NYC Housing Connect?
Yes. 25-16 37th Avenue Apartments was lottery 7455 on NYC Housing Connect. It offered 12 apartments at 130% AMI, from $2,590 to $3,850 a month. Applications were due April 1, 2026. As of October 23, 2026, the City's data listed it in "Tenant Selection", and no waiting list was posted.
What is the rent at 25-16 37th Avenue?
The studio rents for $2,590 a month, the eight one-bedrooms for $2,750 and the three two-bedrooms for $3,850, all at 130% AMI. Tenants pay electricity, including electric heat. Rent includes the stove and hot water. The listing says the gym, parking and some other spaces cost extra.
How much do you have to earn for 25-16 37th Avenue?
Without a voucher, at least $93,223 a year for the studio, $99,292 for a one-bedroom and $138,686 for a two-bedroom. The top is $154,440 for one person and $238,160 for five. A household of four needs at least $138,686. With a voucher, the FAQ says the minimum does not apply.
Does 25-16 37th Avenue take Section 8 or CityFHEPS?
Housing Connect accepts both, but the rent must fit the voucher. Before utility costs, only the $2,590 studio is under its 2026 CityFHEPS maximum, by $14. After subtracting electric allowances, all three rents are over the adjusted maximums. Ask DSS or the housing authority before counting on a voucher here.
Is The Smyth the same building as 25-16 37th Avenue?
Yes, by name in a 2017 report. New York YIMBY called the project at 25-16 37th Avenue "The Smyth" on November 1, 2017. Housing Connect calls it "25-16 37th Avenue Apartments", and city records write 25-16 37 Avenue. No current listing or leasing page opened uses the name The Smyth.
Are the rents at 25-16 37th Avenue below market?
Yes, by HUD's figures. The studio is $1,060 under HUD's 2027 figure for ZIP code 11101, the one-bedrooms are $1,090 under and the two-bedrooms are $330 under. HUD's figures include most utilities. Tenants here also pay electricity and electric heat, which narrows the gap.
Sources for this article (21)
- Housing Connect listing for lottery 7455 (housingconnect.nyc.gov)
- open-lottery search (housingconnect.nyc.gov)
- Housing Connect FAQ (housingconnect.nyc.gov)
- 421-a page (nyc.gov)
- re-rentals page (nyc.gov)
- Applying for Affordable Housing (nyc.gov)
- DSS-8r (nyc.gov)
- job filings (data.cityofnewyork.us)
- DOB NOW filings (data.cityofnewyork.us)
- certificates of occupancy (data.cityofnewyork.us)
- production data (data.cityofnewyork.us)
- lottery data (data.cityofnewyork.us)
- lottery building data (data.cityofnewyork.us)
- PLUTO (data.cityofnewyork.us)
- ACRIS (data.cityofnewyork.us)
- address search (geosearch.planninglabs.nyc)
- property page (residenewyork.com)
- report of November 1, 2017 (newyorkyimby.com)
- station data (data.ny.gov)
- Small Area Fair Market Rents (huduser.gov)
- housingconnect.nyc.gov (housingconnect.nyc.gov)
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