Housing Lottery Launches for 655 Union Street in Gowanus, Brooklyn

The affordable housing lottery has launched for 655 Union Street, a 13-story residential building in Gowanus, Brooklyn. Designed by L+Z Architecture and developed by Avery Hall and Gindi Capital, the structure yields 193 residences. Available on NYC Housing Connect are 50 units for residents at 40 to 130 percent of the area median income (AMI), ranging in eligible income from $33,772 to $218,010.

655 Union Street in Gowanus, Brooklyn via NYC Housing Connect

655 Union Street in Gowanus, Brooklyn via NYC Housing Connect

Amenities include dog washing stations, bike storage lockers, storage, package lockers, common area Wi-Fi, gym, yoga and dance studio, pool, recreation room, business center, and outdoor areas including a rooftop terrace. Residences come complete with washers and dryers, air conditioning, charging outlets with USB ports, energy-efficient appliances, intercoms, and name-brand kitchen appliances, countertops, and finishes. Tenants are responsible for electricity.

655 Union Street in Gowanus, Brooklyn via NYC Housing Connect

655 Union Street in Gowanus, Brooklyn via NYC Housing Connect

At 40 percent of the AMI, there are 16 one-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $888 for incomes ranging from $33,772 to $55,920, and four two-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $1,051 for incomes ranging from $40,423 to $67,080.

At 60 percent of the AMI, there are 18 one-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $1,388 for incomes ranging from $50,915 to $83,880; and two two-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $1,651 for incomes ranging from $60,995 to $100,620.

655 Union Street in Gowanus, Brooklyn via NYC Housing Connect

655 Union Street in Gowanus, Brooklyn via NYC Housing Connect

At 110 percent of the AMI, there are three one-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $2,639 for incomes ranging from $93,806 to $153,780, and four two-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $3,152 for incomes ranging from $112,458 to $184,470.

At 130 percent of the AMI, there are two one-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $3,330 for incomes ranging from $114,172 to $181,740, and one two-bedroom with a monthly rent of $3,982 for incomes ranging from $136,526 to $218,010.

Prospective renters must meet income and household size requirements to apply for these apartments. Applications must be postmarked or submitted online no later than December 23, 2024.

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