Two new developments within steps of each other along Freeman Street in Greenpoint are offering two separate housing lotteries: One for six units at 197 Freeman St., and the other for another six units at 215 Freeman St., also known as Freeman Corner. StudiosC is the architecture firm behind both buildings.

Housing Lottery at 197 Freeman St. in Greenpoint

exterior photo of 197 Freeman street

The exterior of 197 Freeman St.

Six units are being offered for those who earn 130 percent of the area median income, with monthly rents starting at $2,100 for studios, $2,255 for 1-bedrooms and $2,715 for 2-bedrooms. The income level ranges from $72,000 to $146,510, depending on family size. See the breakdown below:

chart for 197 Freeman apartments

For comparison, market-rate 1-bedrooms in the building have rented for $3,099 and 2-bedrooms for as low as $3,299. For an additional fee, lottery winners will have access to the gym, roof deck, laundry and parking.

To apply online, go to NYC Housing Connect. To request an application by mail, send a self-addressed envelope to: 197 Freeman Lottery, c/o City5 Consulting, 1115 Broadway Ste. 1026, New York, NY 10010. The deadline to apply is Aug. 6, 2018.

Housing Lottery at 215 Freeman St. in Greenpoint

Exterior of 215 Freeman St.

Meanwhile, just steps away is a similar building at 215 Freeman St., where a housing lottery is being offered for six units starting at slightly higher price points — $2,270 for 1-bedrooms and $2,733 for 2-bedrooms. The required income is again 130 percent of the area median, with incomes ranging from $77,829 to $146,510. See the breakdown here:

chart for 215 Freeman Street

Market-rate 1-bedrooms at 215 Freeman have rented for around $3,095, with 2-bedrooms starting at $3,150. Available amenities include a fitness center and yoga room, laundry room, roof deck, bike storage and video intercom. Parking is available for an extra fee.

To apply online, go to NYC Housing Connect.  To request an application by mail, send a self-addressed envelope to: The Freeman Corner, 207 W. 115th St. #32 New York, NY 10026. The deadline to apply is Aug. 8, 2018.


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