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Thank you for making this thread! I too was curious to read the variety of success stories - I know each project progresses differently, but it’d be great to read more anecdotes on what to expect and what life on the other side is like!
I started applying on Housing Connect around 2018/2019. I had a great feeling that this was going to work out for whatever reason. Also, I always think positively about most things. So I applied to every lottery that came out. I got contacted to submit for the Flow Chelsea building, in the beginning, didn't work out. I kept applying to all. Eventually got called for a 3 bedroom at the Dime in Williamsburg. Totally forgot that I even apply for this building. My log was fairly high, 10,000+ but somehow lots of people must have withdrawn. This was during the prime covid time. That's how I got in. It's been such a blessing to live here, no way I could afford to rent here at market rate, currently 8k. It's really amazing, life-changing.
So I kept applying to other lotteries - I think I would have eventually had great chances with other buildings. I think the key is to keep applying, so many great lotteries. You are bound to get something if you keep trying. My advice, if you really want a lottery apartment - just keep applying, don't give up! And keep your documents ready to go!
I started applying on Housing Connect around 2018/2019. I had a great feeling that this was going to work out for whatever reason. Also, I always think positively about most things. So I applied to every lottery that came out. I got contacted to submit for the Flow Chelsea building, in the beginning, didn't work out. I kept applying to all. Eventually got called for a 3 bedroom at the Dime in Williamsburg. Totally forgot that I even apply for this building. My log was fairly high, 10,000+ but somehow lots of people must have withdrawn. This was during the prime covid time. That's how I got in. It's been such a blessing to live here, no way I could afford to rent here at market rate, currently 8k. It's really amazing, life-changing.
So I kept applying to other lotteries - I think I would have eventually had great chances with other buildings. I think the key is to keep applying, so many great lotteries. You are bound to get something if you keep trying. My advice, if you really want a lottery apartment - just keep applying, don't give up! And keep your documents ready to go!
Great story! Inspiring. Dime seems like an awesome building. Dope location too.
Does anyone have additional stories or updates to share post-lease? I’m sure I’m not the only one who could use a little bit of optimism and a reminder of what’s at the end of the (very stressful and unresponsive) rainbow!
Does anyone have additional stories or updates to share post-lease? I’m sure I’m not the only one who could use a little bit of optimism and a reminder of what’s at the end of the (very stressful and unresponsive) rainbow!
I completely agree with you. I need some inspiration. I’m starting to lose hope with not getting a response at all and waiting months past the closing of a lottery. Even with a low log number. Reading these stories still gives me hope.
I submitted my application to 222 E 44th St. Phase II project through Housing Connect 2.0 on 10/3/2020. I was contacted to submit documentation on 5/4/2021 & on 6/11/2021 my Tenant Income Certification (TIC) was approved by HPD. I'm in the process of signing my lease with the building management now. This lottery was the only one I submitted through Housing Connect 2.0 & it worked out perfectly!
Congrats! Can you share log# and AMI info if it's possible? and what kind of apt? Thank you!!
Applying for years got denied for one thing or a next, then Linden Terrance bd1 called and i yes i want to proceed
this was i believe February this year. Once i submitted the paperwork it took weeks of ongoing paperwork that needed more they had short timelines so if they emailed me i got them the stuff a day or 2 later copies signed documents etc,
then after i got approved i seen the place as soon as i seen the place i paid and moved in june a studio apt i love
Thanks! My log# was 2XX, I got an alcove studio because 1BR units were all taken already. The last time I heard there were still two studios (not alcove) available.
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Congrats! Can you share log# and AMI info if it's possible? and what kind of apt? Thank you!!
This how the process went and also how more information on what i felt increased my chances https://youtu.be/fQO2_ykmMfU
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