Biller name
New York City Housing Authority
HQ: New York, NY
Legal name
New York City Housing Authority
Website
Deferit is unaffiliated with New York City Housing Authority
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New York City Housing Authority Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service / Billing Main | (718) 707-7771 |
| Rent Payment Processing | (212) 306-6776 |
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: nyc.gov/site/nycha/residents/customer-contact-center.page ·nyc.gov/site/nycha/about/contact.page · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About New York City Housing Authority
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is a public development corporation that provides public housing throughout New York City's five boroughs. As the largest public housing authority in North America, it operates 335 developments and offers a Section 8 Leased Housing Program providing subsidized rental assistance in private apartments. NYCHA was established in 1934 as the first publicly funded housing agency in the United States.
New York City Housing Authority bills commonly include monthly rent (calculated as a percentage of household income), utility charges (electricity, gas, water, and sewer in applicable developments), and service charges. Deferit is unaffiliated with New York City Housing Authority.
How to Pay Your New York City Housing Authority Bill
- Phone: Call (718) 707-7771 for Customer Service / Billing.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Need to split your New York City Housing Authority bill into installments?
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: nyc.gov/site/nycha.
| New York City Housing Authority payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check New York City Housing Authority's online account, payment portal, or customer support team for available payment arrangement options. | Sign up, take a picture of your bill, and Deferit pays it on your behalf. Online or in app. |
| Maximum split | If New York City Housing Authority offers payment arrangements, limits are set by New York City Housing Authority based on your account status. We couldn't verify a published maximum split. | 4 installments, once every two weeks, up to your Deferit balance |
| Eligibility & approval | Decided by New York City Housing Authority at request time based on account status | Monthly Deferit membership, no lock-ins. Cancel anytime. |
| Fees & interest | Fees and interest were not published in the sources reviewed. Check New York City Housing Authority's payment portal or support team before setting up an arrangement. | Monthly Deferit membership plus a $0.99 processing fee per bill. No interest. No late fees on eligible Deferit memberships.* |
| If you miss a payment | Missed-payment consequences are set by New York City Housing Authority and may include late fees, service interruption, or collection activity depending on your account. | You can reschedule a repayment date in the app before it's due. Late fees may apply depending on your Deferit membership.* |
| Works for | New York City Housing Authority bills only | New York City Housing Authority and most other US household bills |
| Learn more → |
*No late fees feature included with Max and Ultra memberships. Installments on the Lite membership may incur late fees if overdue. See Membership terms for details.
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Common Questions About New York City Housing Authority
Can I use Deferit to pay my New York City Housing Authority bill? ›
Yes. Enter your New York City Housing Authority bill amount in Deferit and we pay New York City Housing Authority in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does New York City Housing Authority accept? ›
New York City Housing Authority typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit nyc.gov or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does New York City Housing Authority offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit New York City Housing Authority's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enroll.
What do I do if I can't pay my New York City Housing Authority bill on time? ›
Contact New York City Housing Authority directly to ask about payment arrangements or hardship assistance programs. Deferit can also help — split your bill into 4 payments to ease the immediate financial pressure.
Updated: June 2026