30-year-old Nkenge won NYC housing lottery, securing a $1,000/month luxury apartment in Manhattan.

30-year-old Nkenge, a native New Yorker, won the NYC housing lottery and secured a luxury 1-bedroom apartment for $1,000 a month in Manhattan, far below the median rental price of $5,394. The lottery program helps residents find affordable housing, including rent-stabilized apartments, with housing costs no greater than 30% of a person's or family's income. Nkenge's apartment features a washer, dryer, and shared amenities like a gym, game room, and rooftop.

May 18, 2024
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