Newly Constructed Affordable Housing
160 Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn NY
(between Smith & Hoyt Street)
Expected opening October 2008

In response to the need for affordable housing, The Actors Fund and Common Ground Community have joined forces to develop this unique, 217-unit residence for single adults in the heart of downtown Brooklyn. Preferences for 100 studio apartments will be given to eligible individuals from Community Board 2 and the performing arts. The remaining apartments will house formerly homeless individuals living with HIV/AIDS or mental health needs.

Each apartment is newly constructed, and has a private bath and full kitchen. Upon completion of the building's construction, amenities at Schermerhorn House will include a 24/7 security staff, coin-op laundry facility, fitness room, computer lab, and numerous indoor and outdoor spaces for relaxation including a rooftop garden. Schermerhorn House will also house 2,000 square foot state-of-the-art performance space and multipurpose room. Residents and community arts organizations may use this space for rehearsals, performances, films, and exhibitions, enriching the vibrant and growing Brooklyn arts culture.

Who Is Eligible?

Eligibility for Schermerhorn is based on federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Guidelines. Applicant's gross income from all sources (employment, benefits, asset interest) cannot exceed $29,760 and not be less than $21,770. Monthly rents start at $635.

Other Amenities

All residents will have access to on-site social services, and the opportunity to participate in a variety of regular programs. Such programs may include workshops on preventative health care and financial management / career development, support groups for chemical dependency, and art therapy classes, amongst many others. Social gatherings, holiday celebrations, and other special events will also take place throughout the year.

How Can I Apply?

Requests to be on the wait list for an application can be made by mail. Send all requests with return address to:   

Schermerhorn House Applications
Radio City Station                                                   
P.O. Box 2078                                                   
New York, NY 10101

For questions please contact Common Ground Community - Intake Department at 212.659.0873

                                    
We Provide Housing in Compliance with Federal Fair Housing Laws

Naming Opportunities

There are many Naming Opportunities available to Actors Fund donors. To see a partial list of current opportunities, please click here.