Section 8 Apartments in St. George
Find apartments that accept Section 8 vouchers in St. George, Staten Island. Rent limits: $2,604 - $3,753/month.
2
In St. George
5
In Staten Island
$2,734
1BR Max Rent
$2,997
2BR Max Rent
Living in St. George, Staten Island
St. George is Staten Island's downtown and ferry terminal, offering stunning views of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty from the waterfront. The neighborhood has seen new development while maintaining diverse housing options.
Transit Access
Served by Staten Island Railway and bus routes. Express bus and ferry service to Manhattan available.
Commute to Midtown
35 minutes by ferry + subway
Housing Types
High-rise apartments, Victorian houses, new waterfront development
Voucher Housing
Mix of older buildings and new construction, some voucher acceptance near downtown
2025 Voucher Rent Limits for Staten Island
Studio
$2,604
1 Bed
$2,734
2 Bed
$2,997
3 Bed
$3,753
Nearby Landmarks
Staten Island Ferry Terminal • Snug Harbor • St. George Theatre • National Lighthouse Museum
2 voucher-friendly listings currently available in St. George
Section 8 Apartments in St. George
Section 8 rents in St. George right now
There are 2 active Section 8 listings in St. George on VoucherMatch. 2 of the 2 with a posted rent are at or under the Section 8 payment standard for the apartment size, before any utility allowance. With Section 8 you can also rent above the payment standard and pay the difference, within the 40% of income limit that applies when you first lease up. With this few listings the figures describe what is on the market today, not the neighborhood as a whole.
| Size | Active listings | Asking rent | Section 8 payment standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom | 1 | $2,885 | $2,997 |
| 3-bedroom | 1 | $3,577 | $3,753 |
Renting with Section 8 in St. George: 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 Staten Island 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 St. George.
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Section 8 in St. George FAQ
Are there Section 8 apartments available in St. George?
Yes! There are currently 2 verified Section 8 apartments available in St. George. Browse listings above or search for more options.
What is the maximum rent for a 2-bedroom with Section 8 in St. George?
The maximum rent for a 2-bedroom apartment with Section 8 is $2,997/month. This limit applies throughout NYC, including St. George.
How do I apply for a Section 8 apartment in St. George?
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 St. George?
There is no separate waitlist for St. George. 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 St. George
Browse Section 8 apartments and apply today. All landlords accept vouchers.
Official Section 8 resources
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