1 Bedroom Section 8 Apartments in Manhattan
Find 1 bedroom apartments that accept Section 8, CityFHEPS, and other housing vouchers in Manhattan, NYC. 3 total listings in Manhattan.
2026 Rent Limit: 1 Bedroom
Maximum voucher payment for 1 bedroom apartments in NYC
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Available 1 Bedroom Listings
1 Bedroom voucher-friendly rents in Manhattan right now
There is 1 active 1 bedroom listing in Manhattan on VoucherMatch, asking $2,624. 1 of 1 is at or under the $2,734 limit for this size, before any utility allowance. These figures come from live listings and change as apartments are added and rented.
Other sizes with active listings in Manhattan: 3 Bedroom (2).
Does a 1 bedroom fit your Section 8 voucher?
Your voucher lists the bedroom size your household qualifies for, and the housing agency sets that size from who lives with you. You are not locked to it. You can rent a larger or a smaller apartment, but the subsidy is calculated from the lower of two payment standards: the one for your voucher size and the one for the apartment you actually rent.
If your voucher is for a 1 bedroom or larger, a 1 bedroom is paid on the 1 bedroom standard of $2,734 (2026, before any utility allowance). If your voucher is for a smaller size, the agency still pays on the smaller standard, so you cover the gap yourself, and when you first lease up your total housing cost (rent plus utilities) cannot be more than 40% of your adjusted income.
If your household has grown, the fix is not a bigger apartment on the old voucher. Ask your agency to re-determine your voucher size first, then search.
More on this: Section 8 payment standards for 2026, Utilities included vs. utility allowance, How long Section 8 approval takes, or the full Section 8 guide for Manhattan.
1 Bedroom Section 8 in Manhattan FAQ
What is the rent limit for a 1 bedroom in Manhattan?
The 2026 CityFHEPS/Section 8 rent limit for a 1 bedroom apartment in Manhattan is $2,734 per month. This is the maximum amount a housing voucher will typically cover for rent.
How do I find 1 bedroom Section 8 apartments in Manhattan?
Browse 1 bedroom voucher-friendly listings on VoucherMatch for Manhattan. All landlords listed here have indicated they accept Section 8, CityFHEPS, HASA, and other NYC housing vouchers. You can also filter by neighborhood and rent amount.
Can I use CityFHEPS for a 1 bedroom apartment in Manhattan?
Yes, CityFHEPS vouchers can be used for 1 bedroom apartments in Manhattan. The current payment standard for a 1 bedroom is $2,734/month.
Are 1 bedroom apartments in Manhattan hard to find with a voucher?
Studios and 1-bedrooms can be competitive in Manhattan, but VoucherMatch helps by connecting you directly with landlords who accept vouchers. New listings are added regularly.
Can I rent a 1 bedroom if my Section 8 voucher is for a smaller size?
Yes, if the agency approves the unit, but the subsidy is based on your smaller voucher size, so you pay the difference yourself. When you first lease up, your total housing cost cannot be more than 40% of your adjusted income. If your household has grown, ask your agency to re-determine your voucher size instead.
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