Section 8 Apartments in Throgs Neck
Find apartments that accept Section 8 vouchers in Throgs Neck, Bronx. Rent limits: $2,604 - $3,753/month.
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In Throgs Neck
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In Bronx
$2,734
1BR Max Rent
$2,997
2BR Max Rent
Living in Throgs Neck, Bronx
Throgs Neck juts into the Long Island Sound at the eastern edge of the Bronx, offering a waterfront community feel rare in NYC. The neighborhood has strong Italian-American and Irish-American heritage with tight-knit blocks and local pride.
Transit Access
Served by bus routes. Express bus service to Manhattan available.
Commute to Midtown
55 minutes by bus
Housing Types
Single-family homes, small apartment buildings, some co-ops
Voucher Housing
Quieter rental market with some voucher-accepting landlords, more suburban feel
2025 Voucher Rent Limits for Bronx
Studio
$2,604
1 Bed
$2,734
2 Bed
$2,997
3 Bed
$3,753
Nearby Landmarks
Throgs Neck Bridge • Ferry Point Park • SUNY Maritime College • Fort Schuyler
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No landlord has an active Section 8 listing in Throgs Neck on VoucherMatch today, so there is no rent range to show for the neighborhood yet.
Where the Bronx does have active Section 8 listings: Highbridge (1), Hunts Point (1), Parkchester (1).
Renting with Section 8 in Throgs Neck: the short version
- 1Know which agency issued your voucher. Your voucher paperwork names NYCHA, HPD, or HCR.
- 2Watch the clock on your voucher. A NYCHA voucher gives you 120 days to find an apartment plus an automatic 60-day extension, 180 days in all.
- 3Price the apartment against the payment standard. The payment standard is the most the agency will count toward rent for your voucher size.
- 4Submit the rental packet. You and the landlord submit a rental packet to the agency with the landlord's information, the proposed rent, details about the unit, and which utilities are included.
- 5Inspection. NYCHA typically schedules the inspection within five business days of accepting the packet.
- 6HAP contract, lease, and move-in. Once the unit passes, the agency issues a Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) contract.
- 7Keep the voucher in good standing. You recertify every year and report income or household changes when they happen.
The full walkthrough, what the program pays, and who to call are on the Section 8 apartments in the Bronx page. Related guides: How long Section 8 approval takes in NYC, Section 8 payment standards for 2026, How the NYC Section 8 waitlists work.
Section 8 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 Throgs Neck.
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Section 8 in Throgs Neck FAQ
Are there Section 8 apartments available in Throgs Neck?
We're actively adding listings in Throgs Neck. Check back soon or browse 16 listings in greater Bronx.
What is the maximum rent for a 2-bedroom with Section 8 in Throgs Neck?
The maximum rent for a 2-bedroom apartment with Section 8 is $2,997/month. This limit applies throughout NYC, including Throgs Neck.
How do I apply for a Section 8 apartment in Throgs Neck?
Browse our listings, click on an apartment you like, and submit an inquiry through VoucherMatch. Make sure your Section 8 voucher is active and you meet the landlord's requirements. All landlords on our platform have confirmed they accept housing vouchers.
Is the Section 8 waitlist open in Throgs Neck?
There is no separate waitlist for Throgs Neck. NYCHA's citywide list last opened for one week in June 2024 and is closed. On August 1, 2025, NYCHA also paused issuing vouchers to the general waitlist, and that pause is still in effect. HPD vouchers come through city agency referrals, and HCR opens its list rarely. Applications are always free.
Can I rent an apartment that costs more than the payment standard?
Yes, which is different from CityFHEPS. You pay the difference yourself, but when you first lease up your total housing cost (rent plus utilities) cannot be more than 40% of your adjusted income.
How long do I have to find an apartment with my voucher?
With a NYCHA voucher, 120 days plus an automatic 60-day extension, for 180 days in total. Extensions beyond that are decided case by case, so request one before the voucher expires. If HPD or HCR issued your voucher, ask them for your deadline.
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