Rental Information
EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2025
Bedroom Size: Max Rent:
One Bedroom (Small): $600
One Bedroom (Large): $690
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Rent is based on a portion of annual, adjusted income. Maximum rents are subject to change annually.
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Site Manager
Peggy Bramble
859-581-2533 (Ext.302)
pbramble@neighborhoodfoundations.com
Grand Towers is a high-rise apartment building designed specifically for senior living. A beautiful resident lounge on the 11th floor offers spectacular views of downtown Cincinnati, and bingo, cards, crafts, and movies are offered throughout the week in the Community Room. Multi-million dollar renovations and of the apartments, exterior and common areas makes Grand Towers perfect residence for the young at heart!
Location & Amenities
Located on Grand Avenue in Newport, The Grand Towers feature:
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Community room & resident lounge
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Library and computer room with high-speed internet
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Beauty Salon with a professional beautician
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Billiards room
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Full-time, on-site maintenance and management staff
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Emergency maintenance after hours
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On-site laundry facilities
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Venetian blinds
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Wood Cabinets
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Full Kitchen
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Secure building
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A variety of on-going programs, services and activity
Rental Qualifications & Pricing
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55+ Years of Age
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Rent is based on a portion of annual, adjusted income.
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Individual must meet certain income requirements
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Good Rental History
Floor Plans & Layouts
All of the 139 units in Grand Towers are one-bedroom apartments that have been completely remodeled in recent years. There are eleven fully handicapped accessible units available. Bellow is a Layout of what a standard one bedroom apartment looks like at Grand Towers.
Welcome to
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY AMY DUNN
(Pictured: Vice Mayor, Frank Peluso, Amy Dunn and Mayor Tom Guidugli Jr.) Amy Dunn celebrated her 100th Birthday on January 16, 2021. She was presented with a Proclamation and a Key to the City of Newport.
*UPDATED PAYMENT STANDARDS AND RENT GUIDELINES AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW. SEE PDF FOR DETAILS.
Legal Notice
Neighborhood Foundations (the Housing Authority of Newport) has revised its lease for all developments. The proposed lease will be available for public review and comment for a period of 30 days. The lease may be reviewed at the Neighborhood Foundations Central Office, located at 30 East 8th Street, Newport, KY, between January 26, 2026, and February 24, 2026, during normal business hours. The proposed lease will also be available on our website at www.neighborhoodfoundations.com.
A Resident Advisory Board Meeting will be held on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. to discuss the proposed lease revisions. A public hearing to consider adoption of the revised lease will be held on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., at 30 East 8th Street, 1st Floor, Newport, KY. Anyone requiring special accommodations to attend either meeting should contact Tracie Joyner at 859-581-2533, ext. 210.
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS - NOTICE
The Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of Newport will be conducting their Board meeting on Monday February 9, 2026, starting at 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Directors of Newport Millennium Housing Corporation III will be conducting their Board meeting on Monday February 9, 2026, starting at 5:30 p.m.
These meetings will be held at the Newport Housing Authority Administration Offices located at 30 East 8th Street, Newport, Kentucky 41071.
The HAN Public Hearing Meeting Minutes from October 13, 2025, HAN Meeting Minutes from October 13, 2025 and the HAN Special Call Meeting Minutes from November 5, 2025 are now available for review. ​
Legal Notices – Housing Waiting Lists
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The Housing Authority of Newport will begin accepting applications for the Section 8 waiting list, using an on-line application process only, beginning Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 8:30 a.m.
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​The Housing Authority of Newport will begin accepting applications for the Scattered Sites one-bedroom waiting list, using an online application process only, beginning Friday, January 16, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Applicants may use any computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access to apply. Free computer access is available at most local libraries. (Those with disabilities may request special accommodations to complete the online application by calling 859-581-2533). Applications will be accepted until such time as the number received is sufficient to the ratio of annual program turnover.
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The Housing Authority of Newport will begin accepting applications for the Scattered Sites two- and three-bedroom waiting lists, using an on-line application process only, beginning Monday, April 8, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.
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Applications for Section 8 and Scattered Sites must be submitted on-line using the following links. Applicants may use any computer, tablet, or smart phone with internet access to apply. Free computer access is available at most local libraries. (Those with disabilities may request special accommodations to complete the on-line application by calling 859-581-2533). Applications will be accepted until such time as the number received is sufficient to the ratio of annual program turnover.
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Section 8 application: https://www.waitlistcheck.com/KY1014-2994
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Scattered Site one-bedroom application: https://waitlistcheck.com/KY1014-3154.
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Scattered Site two-bedroom application: https://www.waitlistcheck.com/KY1014-2993
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Scattered Site three-bedroom application: https://www.waitlistcheck.com/KY1014-3010
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Legal Notice – Housing Waiting Lists for Elderly/Senior Sites
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The Housing Authority of Newport (Neighborhood Foundations) will begin accepting applications for the waiting lists for Clifton Hills (located at 29 18th Street, Newport, KY), Corpus Christi (located at 840 Isabella Street, Newport, KY), and Grand Towers (located at 1359 Grand Avenue, Newport, KY), beginning on Monday, April 8, 2024. The lists will remain open until such time as the number of applications reaches the desired ratio to annual turnovers.
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Clifton Hills and Corpus Christi – Applications are available Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the office located at 400 West 6th Street, Newport, KY. Completed applications must be submitted in person, and will ONLY be accepted on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the office located at 400 West 6th Street, Newport, KY. Due to limited space, applications must be completed off-site and returned on the days mentioned above. Anyone needing a reasonable accommodation to complete an application should contact the site office at 859-581-2533, ext. 207.
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Grand Towers – Applications are available Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the office located at 1359 Grand Avenue, Newport, KY. Completed applications must be submitted in person, and will ONLY be accepted on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the office located at 1359 Grand Avenue, Newport, KY. Due to limited space, applications must be completed off-site and returned on the days mentioned above. The list will remain open until such time as the number of applications reaches the desired ratio to annual turnovers. Anyone needing a reasonable accommodation to complete an application should contact the site office at 859-581-2533, ext. 302.
Legal Notice
The Housing Authority of Newport, KY will close the waiting list for its Highland Village development on Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
No applications will be accepted after this date and time until further notice.
NORTHERN KENTUCKY SCHOLAR HOUSE IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS.
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Please contact Beth Schweinzger at 859-581-2533 EXT. 207 or bschweinzger@neighborhoodfoundations.com.
PLEASE SEE THE PDF BELOW FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS
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We are disposing of used refrigerators and stoves as they become available. $50.00 each. Please see the RFPs/Surplus Property page for more details.
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We are hiring.....check out the Careers Page.
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LANDLORD FORMS (Lease Agreement, W-9, Sample HAP Contract, etc.) are now available on the Section 8 Page.