Section 8 Apartments in West Brighton
Find apartments that accept Section 8 vouchers in West Brighton, Staten Island. Rent limits: $2,604 - $3,753/month.
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In West Brighton
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In Staten Island
$2,734
1BR Max Rent
$2,997
2BR Max Rent
Living in West Brighton, Staten Island
West Brighton is a residential neighborhood near Snug Harbor Cultural Center. The area offers a mix of housing types and access to the Staten Island Railway for commuting to the ferry.
Transit Access
Served by Staten Island Railway and bus routes. Express bus and ferry service to Manhattan available.
Commute to Midtown
45 minutes
Housing Types
Single-family homes, apartment buildings, attached houses
Voucher Housing
Mix of housing types with some voucher acceptance in rental properties
2025 Voucher Rent Limits for Staten Island
Studio
$2,604
1 Bed
$2,734
2 Bed
$2,997
3 Bed
$3,753
Nearby Landmarks
Snug Harbor Cultural Center • Staten Island Zoo • Silver Lake Park
No listings currently in West Brighton
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View all Staten Island listingsSection 8 rents in West Brighton right now
No landlord has an active Section 8 listing in West Brighton on VoucherMatch today, so there is no rent range to show for the neighborhood yet.
Where Staten Island does have active Section 8 listings: St. George (2).
Renting with Section 8 in West Brighton: 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 West Brighton.
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Section 8 in West Brighton FAQ
Are there Section 8 apartments available in West Brighton?
We're actively adding listings in West Brighton. Check back soon or browse 5 listings in greater Staten Island.
What is the maximum rent for a 2-bedroom with Section 8 in West Brighton?
The maximum rent for a 2-bedroom apartment with Section 8 is $2,997/month. This limit applies throughout NYC, including West Brighton.
How do I apply for a Section 8 apartment in West Brighton?
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 West Brighton?
There is no separate waitlist for West Brighton. 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 West Brighton
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Official Section 8 resources
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