How many Section 8 apartments are available in Brooklyn?

There are currently 7 verified Section 8 apartments available in Brooklyn on VoucherMatch.

How do I apply for a Section 8 apartment in Brooklyn?

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Section 8 Apartments in Brooklyn

Q: What is the Section 8 rent limit in Brooklyn?

Section 8 rent limits in Brooklyn vary by apartment size. Studio: $2,604, 1BR: $2,734, 2BR: $2,997, 3BR: $3,753.

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Section 8 Rent Limits in NYC

The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is the federal government's largest rental assistance program. It helps low-income families, the elderly, and disabled individuals afford safe, decent housing in the private market.

Studio

$2,604

1BR

$2,734

2BR

$2,997

3BR

$3,753

4BR

$4,077

5BR

$4,689

* Payment standards effective April 2026. Actual limits may vary based on program and specific circumstances.

Featured Section 8 Apartments in Brooklyn

$3,500/mo3 Bedrooms · 2BA

East New York, 11208

$3,373/mo3 Bedrooms · 1BA

Brownsville, 11212

$3,600/mo3 Bedrooms · 1BA

Flatbush, 11226

$3,600/mo3 Bedrooms · 1BA

Crown Heights, 11233

$3,600/mo3 Bedrooms · 1BA

Brownsville, 11212

$3,600/mo3 Bedrooms · 1BA

Flatbush, 11226

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Section 8 Apartments by Brooklyn Neighborhood

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Find apartments by size with current 2025 rent limits.

Studio$2,604max rent 1 Bedroom$2,734max rent 2 Bedroom$2,997max rent 3 Bedroom$3,753max rent 4 Bedroom$4,077max rent

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11201Brooklyn Heights 11203East Flatbush 11204Bensonhurst 11205Fort Greene 11206Williamsburg 11207East New York 11208East New York 11209Bay Ridge 11210Flatbush 11211Williamsburg 11212Brownsville 11213Crown Heights 11214Bensonhurst 11215Park Slope 11216Bedford-Stuyvesant 11217Park Slope 11218Kensington 11219Borough Park

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Other Voucher Programs in Brooklyn

CityFHEPS

NYC program for homelessness prevention

FHEPS

NY State eviction prevention assistance

HASA

Housing assistance for individuals with HIV/AIDS

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Apartments Near Major Locations

Find housing near hospitals, colleges, VA medical centers, and job centers in Brooklyn.

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Helpful Resources

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Section 8 rent limit in Brooklyn?

Section 8 rent limits in Brooklyn match the NYC-wide payment standards: Studio: $2,604, 1BR: $2,734, 2BR: $2,997, 3BR: $3,753. These are maximum rents that the voucher program will approve.

How do I find Section 8 apartments in Brooklyn?

VoucherMatch lists verified apartments that accept Section 8 vouchers. Browse our listings, filter by neighborhood and bedroom count, and apply directly through our platform. All landlords on VoucherMatch have confirmed they accept housing vouchers.

Can I use my Section 8 voucher anywhere in Brooklyn?

Yes, Section 8 vouchers can be used anywhere in NYC where a landlord accepts them. However, the apartment must pass inspection and the rent must be within the payment standard for the unit size. Use our rent analyzer tool to check if a specific rent qualifies.

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