The affordable housing lottery has launched for The Orchard, a 69-story mixed-use building at 42–06 Orchard Street in Long Island City, Queens. Designed by Perkins Eastman and developed by BLDG Management Company, the structure yields 824 residences. Available on NYC Housing Connect are 248 units for residents at 130 percent of the area median income (AMI), ranging in eligible income from $104,983 to $261,170.
The Orchard at 42-06 Orchard Street in Long Island City, Queens via NYC Housing Connect
The Orchard at 42-06 Orchard Street in Long Island City, Queens via NYC Housing Connect
The Orchard at 42-06 Orchard Street in Long Island City, Queens via NYC Housing Connect
Amenities include pet-friendly policies, a dog park, dog washing station, garage, bike storage lockers, shared laundry room, common area Wi-Fi, gym, yoga/dance studio, pool, playground, media room, party room, recreation room, children’s playroom, outdoor terrace, sundeck, barbecue grills and prep kitchen, coworking space, storage, green space, doorman, and concierge.
Units are equipped with washers and dryers, dishwashers, air conditioning, smart controls for heating and cooling, high-speed internet, energy-efficient appliances, and name-brand kitchen countertops and finishes. Tenants are responsible for electricity, including electric stove and heat.
The Orchard at 42-06 Orchard Street in Long Island City, Queens via NYC Housing Connect
At 130 percent of the AMI, there are 81 studios with a monthly rent ranging from $2,912 to $3,062 for incomes ranging from $104,983 to $168,480; 107 one-bedrooms with a monthly rent ranging from $3,250 to $3,599 for incomes ranging from $117,326 to $189,540; 55 two-bedrooms with a monthly rent ranging from $3,999 to $4,250 for incomes ranging from $144,926 to $227,500; and five three-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $4,925 for incomes ranging from $178,560 to $261,170.
Prospective renters must meet income and household size requirements to apply for these apartments. Applications must be postmarked or submitted online no later than January 28, 2026.
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Is there any parking lot or garage?