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Section 8 rent in Ithaca, NY

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Ithaca, NY MSA, covering 21 ZIP codes.

$1,612Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,774Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
21ZIP Codes

Fair market rent by bedroom count

Base SAFMR across all ZIP codes in this market. Housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates.

BedroomsLowest ZIPAverageHighest ZIPAvg 110% Standard
Studio$1,180$1,258$1,490$1,383
1 Bedroom$1,300$1,396$1,670$1,535
2 Bedrooms$1,500$1,612$1,920$1,774
3 Bedrooms$1,860$1,981$2,320$2,180
4 Bedrooms$2,010$2,209$2,670$2,429

Small multifamily Section 8 income

Estimated gross monthly and annual rent for 2-to-4 unit properties, assuming every unit is rented to Section 8 at this market's average fair market rent. Small multifamily is a favorite for long-term buy-and-hold investors stacking stable voucher income across multiple doors.

Property TypeUnit MixGross Monthly RentGross Annual Rent
Duplex2 × 2BR$3,224$38,688
Triplex3 × 2BR$4,836$58,032
Fourplex4 × 2BR$6,448$77,376
Fourplex4 × 3BR$7,924$95,088

Gross scheduled rent before vacancy, maintenance and management. Run any New York multifamily listing through RealG to model it against real operating costs, or try the rental property calculator.

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 21 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
14817 $1,670 $1,920 $2,320 $2,670
14882 $1,660 $1,900 $2,300 $2,630
14881 $1,630 $1,870 $2,250 $2,590
14850 $1,560 $1,780 $2,140 $2,460
14853 $1,560 $1,780 $2,140 $2,460
14851 $1,490 $1,700 $2,050 $2,350
14852 $1,490 $1,700 $2,050 $2,350
13081 $1,300 $1,600 $2,050 $2,380
14854 $1,350 $1,590 $1,960 $2,230
14886 $1,300 $1,520 $1,890 $2,140
13045 $1,300 $1,500 $1,860 $2,010
13053 $1,300 $1,500 $1,860 $2,010
13062 $1,300 $1,500 $1,860 $2,010
13068 $1,300 $1,500 $1,860 $2,010
13073 $1,300 $1,500 $1,860 $2,020

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Ithaca, NY?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Ithaca, NY MSA is $1,612 per month, ranging from $1,500 to $1,920 depending on ZIP code. Local housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates, so the average 2-bedroom payment standard can reach $1,774.
What is a Small Area Fair Market Rent (SAFMR)?
SAFMRs are fair market rents that HUD publishes at the ZIP code level instead of one rate for a whole metro area. They reflect what modest rental housing actually costs in each ZIP, which means higher payment standards in more expensive neighborhoods. Housing choice voucher payments in this market are based on these rates.
Why do rents vary so much between ZIP codes here?
In Ithaca, NY, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,500 to $1,920 per month. HUD sets each ZIP's rate from local rent data, so neighborhoods with stronger rental markets get higher voucher payment standards. For investors, the spread matters: the same house price can produce very different Section 8 rents a few ZIP codes apart.
How do I find Section 8 investment properties in New York?
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