Affordable buildings near 86 St station in NYC

On Openigloo, “affordable” is market-relative: a building’s median asking rent is below the neighborhood median. It does not mean income-restricted housing, and it isn’t tied to subsidized or lottery programs.

This page shows 32+ buildings that match the 86-st + affordable filter pair (as of 2026-07-07). Building availability and unit details can change.

No. This filter is market-relative affordable housing based on asking-rent signals. It is not income-restricted housing, not subsidized housing, not NYCHA, not HPD, and not Section 8, and it is not a housing-lottery / affordable-housing program.

Confirm the full monthly cost (broker fee if applicable, security/deposit requirements, and utilities) and the lease terms (renewal expectations, move-in timing, and any extra building fees). Asking rent alone may not reflect your total budget.

It’s based on the 86 St station area scope in Openigloo’s building search. Still, verify commute time for your exact route and time of day, since walking and transfer patterns vary.

They’re helpful for screening, but they may not reflect real-world conditions at the moment. Use them as leads, then verify key details directly with the building or management before committing.

Yes. The page reflects the current set of eligible buildings at the time of the snapshot. Unit availability, pricing, and requirements can change, so re-check the specific building’s current apartments for rent when you’re ready.