Apartments That Accept FHEPS Vouchers in NYC
How to find a home whose landlord will take your FHEPS voucher.
How to find FHEPS-friendly apartments in NYC — your rights, where to search, and how to avoid scams.
Once you have a FHEPS voucher, the next step is finding an apartment within your approved rent whose landlord will accept it. In New York City this is easier than in most places, because the law is on your side.
Landlords generally cannot refuse your voucher
Under the NYC Human Rights Law, source-of-income discrimination is illegal. A landlord, broker, or management company generally cannot refuse to rent to you, charge you more, or advertise "no programs" simply because you would pay part of the rent with FHEPS. If it happens, you can file a complaint with the NYC Commission on Human Rights.
Know your rent limit
HRA sets a maximum FHEPS rent by household size. You can only rent a unit at or below that amount, so ask each landlord whether the rent fits your voucher before you apply. Your caseworker or shopping documents will confirm your exact figure.
Where to search
Look for listings that already mention vouchers or "program-friendly," ask voucher-friendly brokers, and check nonprofit housing lists. Public-housing and HRA housing specialists can also point you to units. Bring your voucher paperwork so you can move quickly when you find a fit.
Avoid scams
Never pay a fee to "reserve" a FHEPS apartment or to have your voucher "approved." Legitimate landlords do not ask voucher holders for cash under the table, and applying for FHEPS is free.
Get help
Free housing specialists and legal-aid groups can help you enforce your rights and find a home that accepts FHEPS.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can a landlord say no to FHEPS in NYC?
- Generally no. NYC law makes source-of-income discrimination illegal, so most landlords cannot refuse you just because you pay with a FHEPS voucher.
- How much rent will FHEPS cover?
- HRA sets a maximum rent by household size. You can rent a unit at or below that amount; your caseworker confirms your exact figure.
- Do I have to pay a broker to find a FHEPS apartment?
- No. Never pay to reserve a unit or approve a voucher — applying for FHEPS is free and those requests are scams.