Section 8 Housing in New York, NY

Find affordable rental properties that accept housing vouchers in New York. Browse 83,368+ verified Section 8 approved listings with competitive rent prices and quality amenities.

8,336,817
Population
$70,663
Median Income
$2,152
2BR Fair Market Rent
58.4%
Rent Burden

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New York Fair Market Rent 2025

HUD Fair Market Rent limits for Section 8 housing vouchers in New York, New York

Studio

$1,592
per month

1 Bedroom

$1,753
per month

2 Bedroom

Most Popular
$2,152
per month

3 Bedroom

$2,788
per month

4 Bedroom

$3,188
per month

These are the maximum rent amounts that can be charged for Section 8 housing voucher units in New York. Actual rent may be lower depending on the property and landlord.

New York Housing Authority Information

New York City Housing Authority

Contact Information

(212) 306-3000
250 Broadway, New York, NY 10007
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Services Provided

  • • Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
  • • Public Housing Administration
  • • Housing Assistance Applications
  • • Landlord Services and Support
  • • Housing Quality Standards Inspections

For Tenants

If you're looking for Section 8 housing in New York, start by contacting the local housing authority to apply for a housing voucher or join the waiting list.

For Landlords

List your Section 8 approved properties in New York and connect with qualified tenants who have housing vouchers ready to use.

New York Housing Market Overview

Demographics

Population:8,336,817
Median Age:36.2 years
Household Size:2.3 people

Income & Affordability

Median Income:$70,663
Rent Burden:58.4%
30% of Income:$1,766/mo

Housing Costs

1BR FMR:$1,753
2BR FMR:$2,152
3BR FMR:$2,788

Why Choose Section 8 Housing in New York?

Benefits for Tenants

  • • Reduced rent burden (pay only 30% of income)
  • • Access to quality housing in New York
  • • Housing stability and security
  • • Opportunity to live in better neighborhoods
  • • Protection under fair housing laws

Market Advantages

  • • Guaranteed rent payments from housing authority
  • • Large pool of qualified tenants
  • • Stable, long-term rental income
  • • Support from local housing programs
  • • Growing demand for affordable housing

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