Section 8 Apartments in Elmhurst
Find apartments that accept Section 8 vouchers in Elmhurst, Queens. Rent limits: $2,604 - $3,753/month.
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In Elmhurst
4
In Queens
$2,734
1BR Max Rent
$2,997
2BR Max Rent
Living in Elmhurst, Queens
Elmhurst is one of NYC's most diverse neighborhoods with large Chinese, Filipino, and Latin American populations. Queens Center Mall anchors the commercial district, and the area offers good transit and relatively affordable housing.
Transit Access
Elmhurst Ave, Grand Ave - Newtown, Woodhaven Blvd
Commute to Midtown
30 minutes
Housing Types
Apartment buildings, attached homes, some co-ops
Voucher Housing
Mix of apartment buildings and attached homes, some buildings work with voucher programs
2025 Voucher Rent Limits for Queens
Studio
$2,604
1 Bed
$2,734
2 Bed
$2,997
3 Bed
$3,753
Nearby Landmarks
Queens Center Mall • Elmhurst Park • St. James Episcopal Church • Newtown High School
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No landlord has an active Section 8 listing in Elmhurst on VoucherMatch today, so there is no rent range to show for the neighborhood yet.
Where Queens does have active Section 8 listings: Far Rockaway (2), Jamaica (2).
Renting with Section 8 in Elmhurst: 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 Queens 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 Elmhurst.
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Section 8 in Elmhurst FAQ
Are there Section 8 apartments available in Elmhurst?
We're actively adding listings in Elmhurst. Check back soon or browse 4 listings in greater Queens.
What is the maximum rent for a 2-bedroom with Section 8 in Elmhurst?
The maximum rent for a 2-bedroom apartment with Section 8 is $2,997/month. This limit applies throughout NYC, including Elmhurst.
How do I apply for a Section 8 apartment in Elmhurst?
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 Elmhurst?
There is no separate waitlist for Elmhurst. 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.
Find your home in Elmhurst
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Official Section 8 resources
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