CityFHEPS Apartments in Stapleton
Find apartments that accept CityFHEPS vouchers in Stapleton, Staten Island. Rent limits: $2,604 - $3,753/month.
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In Stapleton
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In Staten Island
$2,734
1BR Max Rent
$2,997
2BR Max Rent
Living in Stapleton, Staten Island
Stapleton is one of Staten Island's most diverse neighborhoods, home to a large Liberian community among others. The area is close to the ferry and has ongoing waterfront development along the Bay Street Corridor.
Transit Access
Served by Staten Island Railway and bus routes. Express bus and ferry service to Manhattan available.
Commute to Midtown
40 minutes by ferry + subway
Housing Types
NYCHA housing, row houses, some new waterfront apartments
Voucher Housing
Mix of NYCHA housing and private rentals, active voucher housing community
2025 Voucher Rent Limits for Staten Island
Studio
$2,604
1 Bed
$2,734
2 Bed
$2,997
3 Bed
$3,753
Nearby Landmarks
Stapleton Waterfront • Tappen Park • Bay Street Corridor • Stapleton Houses
1 voucher-friendly listing currently available in Stapleton
CityFHEPS Apartments in Stapleton
CityFHEPS rents in Stapleton right now
There is 1 active CityFHEPS listing in Stapleton on VoucherMatch. 1 of the 1 with a posted rent is at or under the CityFHEPS maximum for the apartment size, before any utility allowance. With this few listings the figures describe what is on the market today, not the neighborhood as a whole.
| Size | Active listings | Asking rent | CityFHEPS maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom | 1 | $2,997 | $2,997 |
Other parts of Staten Island with active CityFHEPS listings: St. George (2).
Renting with CityFHEPS in Stapleton: the short version
- 1Get your shopping letter. The shopping letter is a one-page document that lists your household size, the maximum rent CityFHEPS will approve, and an expiration date.
- 2Search at or under your maximum. The maximum on your letter already reflects the program's utility rules.
- 3The landlord completes the landlord package. The package covers proof of ownership, HPD property registration, the unit and proposed rent, which utilities are included, and the landlord's agreement to program rules.
- 4Clearance and inspection. Your housing specialist checks the building against city records (DOB, HPD, DOF, FDNY) for open problems, and the unit is inspected for habitability.
- 5HRA review, then key exchange. HRA reviews the full package.
- 6Renew every year. CityFHEPS is renewed annually, and HRA recalculates your share from your current income each time.
The full walkthrough, what the program pays, and who to call are on the CityFHEPS apartments in Staten Island page. Related guides: How to apply for CityFHEPS without going through shelter, How to get a CityFHEPS shopping letter, CityFHEPS renewal and what to do when it stalls.
CityFHEPS Rent Limits
Studio
$2,604
1BR
$2,734
2BR
$2,997
3BR
$3,753
4BR
$4,077
5BR
$4,689
These limits apply to all NYC neighborhoods including Stapleton.
Nearby Staten Island Neighborhoods
CityFHEPS in Stapleton FAQ
Are there CityFHEPS apartments available in Stapleton?
Yes! There are currently 1 verified CityFHEPS apartments available in Stapleton. Browse listings above or search for more options.
What is the maximum rent for a 2-bedroom with CityFHEPS in Stapleton?
The maximum rent for a 2-bedroom apartment with CityFHEPS is $2,997/month. This limit applies throughout NYC, including Stapleton.
How do I apply for a CityFHEPS apartment in Stapleton?
Browse our listings, click on an apartment you like, and submit an inquiry through VoucherMatch. Make sure your CityFHEPS voucher is active and you meet the landlord's requirements. All landlords on our platform have confirmed they accept housing vouchers.
How do I get a CityFHEPS voucher if I live in Stapleton?
There is no open online application. Households come into CityFHEPS through one of four doors: Homebase (if you are at risk of losing your home), an active eviction case in Housing Court, a DHS shelter stay, or a referral category such as certain veterans. If you are behind on rent in Stapleton and not yet in court, call 311 and ask for the Homebase office that covers your address.
What is a CityFHEPS shopping letter?
It is the one-page document that shows your household size, the maximum rent CityFHEPS will approve, and an expiration date. Landlords and brokers ask for it before they process an application. If it has expired, ask the office that issued it for a renewal. Renewed letters are usually updated to the current maximum rents.
Does CityFHEPS pay the security deposit?
HRA issues a security voucher instead of a cash deposit. Landlords in the program must accept it and cannot ask you for additional security.
Find your home in Stapleton
Browse CityFHEPS apartments and apply today. All landlords accept vouchers.