Studio Section 8 Apartments in Staten Island
Find studio apartments that accept Section 8, CityFHEPS, and other housing vouchers in Staten Island, NYC. 9 total listings in Staten Island.
2026 Rent Limit: Studio
Maximum voucher payment for studio apartments in NYC
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Available Studio Listings
Studio voucher-friendly rents in Staten Island right now
There is 1 active studio listing in Staten Island on VoucherMatch, asking $2,457. 1 of 1 is at or under the $2,604 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 Staten Island: 1 Bedroom (2), 2 Bedroom (3), 3 Bedroom (2), 4 Bedroom (1).
Does a studio 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.
So a studio is always allowed, whatever size your voucher says, and it is paid on the studio standard of $2,604 (2026, before any utility allowance).
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 Staten Island.
Studio Section 8 in Staten Island FAQ
What is the rent limit for a studio in Staten Island?
The 2026 CityFHEPS/Section 8 rent limit for a studio apartment in Staten Island is $2,604 per month. This is the maximum amount a housing voucher will typically cover for rent.
How do I find studio Section 8 apartments in Staten Island?
Browse studio voucher-friendly listings on VoucherMatch for Staten Island. 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 studio apartment in Staten Island?
Yes, CityFHEPS vouchers can be used for studio apartments in Staten Island. The current payment standard for a studio is $2,604/month.
Are studio apartments in Staten Island hard to find with a voucher?
Studios and 1-bedrooms can be competitive in Staten Island, but VoucherMatch helps by connecting you directly with landlords who accept vouchers. New listings are added regularly.
Can I rent a studio if my Section 8 voucher is for a 1-bedroom?
Yes. You can rent a smaller apartment than your voucher size. The subsidy is then based on the studio payment standard ($2,604 in 2026), because the agency uses the lower of the two standards.
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Browse studio apartments under the $2,604 rent limit and apply today.