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Lower East Side, Manhattan

HASA Apartments in Lower East Side

No landlord in Lower East Side lists HASA by name today. Here is what is available nearby and within the HASA limit. The 2026 maximum rent runs from $2,646 for a studio to $3,811 for a three-bedroom.

HASA in Lower East Side
0
HASA in Manhattan
1
1BR limit
$2,762
2BR limit
$3,058

HASA apartments elsewhere in Manhattan

Landlords in the rest of Manhattan who list HASA by name.

More of Manhattan within the HASA limit

These listings do not name the program. Posted rents are at or below its ceiling with utilities included; confirm your approved amount and the lease terms.

HASA apartments in other boroughs

These listings name HASA in another borough. Confirm availability, utility costs and HRA approval for the specific apartment.

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Living in Lower East Side, Manhattan

The Lower East Side was NYC's historic immigrant gateway and retains that energy today. The neighborhood mixes long-time residents, NYCHA housing, and newer arrivals, with a vibrant nightlife and dining scene.

Transit Access

FJMZ

Delancey St - Essex St, East Broadway, Grand St

Commute to Midtown

15 minutes

Housing Types

NYCHA housing, tenement walk-ups, some newer condos

Voucher Housing

Mix of NYCHA housing and walk-ups, voucher housing available in certain buildings

Walkability: Very Walkable

2026 voucher rent limits in Manhattan

Studio

$2,646

1 Bed

$2,762

2 Bed

$3,058

3 Bed

$3,811

Nearby Landmarks

Tenement Museum • Essex Market • Seward Park • Katz's Delicatessen

HASA rents in Lower East Side right now

No active listings tagged HASA were recorded in this snapshot for Lower East Side.

Where Manhattan does have active HASA listings: Central Harlem (1).

Renting with HASA in Lower East Side: the short version

  1. 1Enroll through ServiceLine. Everything starts with HASA ServiceLine at 718-557-1399, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
  2. 2Get your medical and income paperwork in. Your medical provider documents the HIV or AIDS diagnosis.
  3. 3Work with your caseworker. HASA assigns you a caseworker at one of its centers, which are located in all five boroughs.
  4. 4Search at or under the HASA rent level. HASA generally will not approve an apartment priced above its rent guideline for your household size, so filter by rent before you schedule viewings.
  5. 5Inspection and approval. When you find a unit, your caseworker inspects it.
  6. 6Payments start. HASA pays the landlord directly, twice a month.

The full walkthrough, what the program pays, and who to call are on the HASA apartments in Manhattan page. Related guides: How to apply for HASA, step by step, How much HASA pays for rent in 2026, The complete HASA guide.

HASA rent limits

Studio
$2,646
1BR
$2,762
2BR
$3,058
3BR
$3,811
4BR
$4,111
5BR
$4,728

HASA publishes its own rent guidelines (HRA Special Services Rent Payment Guidelines, effective September 10, 2025). The same amounts apply in every NYC neighborhood, including Lower East Side.

HASA in Lower East Side: common questions

Are there HASA apartments available in Lower East Side?

No active listing in Lower East Side names HASA today. VoucherMatch has 1 in the rest of Manhattan, and you can ask for an email when one posts here.

What is the maximum rent for HASA in Lower East Side?

HASA rent limits are the same across NYC: Studio $2,646, 1BR $2,762, 2BR $3,058, 3BR $3,811.

How do I apply for a HASA apartment in Lower East Side?

Open a listing and send the landlord a message or an application through VoucherMatch. It is free. Have your HASA paperwork ready, because landlords usually ask for it first.

Who qualifies for HASA rental assistance in Lower East Side?

Any NYC resident diagnosed with HIV or AIDS can enroll in HASA, and since 2016 no symptoms are required. Rental assistance and cash benefits also require household income under 200% of the federal poverty level. The rules are the same in all five boroughs.

Is there a waitlist for HASA?

No. HASA has no waitlist or lottery. Eligibility is medical and financial, and enrollment is open year-round through ServiceLine.

Can I rent an apartment priced above the HASA maximum?

Generally no. HASA approves apartments within its rent guidelines for your household size. Exceptions need documented extenuating circumstances and go through your caseworker.

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