Income may not exceed 50% of the median income from the table below. The Housing Authority must provide 75 percent of vouchers to those whose income does not exceed 30% of the median income listed below.
HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits
| 2024 | Median Family Income | 2024 Yearly Income Limit | 2024 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Income Limits | Category | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
| Union County, NJ | $130,300 | Very Low Income (50%) | $45,650 | $52,150 | $58,650 | $65,150 | $70,400 |
| Extremely Low Income (30%) | $27,400 | $31,300 | $35,200 | $39,100 | $42,250 | ||
| Low Income (80%) | $68,500 | $78,250 | $88,050 | $97,800 | $105,650 | ||
Assisted Housing Department
Phone: 908-965-2400
For more details, visit: Section 8 Housing Information.
For more information, visit: Family Housing Complexes.
Located at 688 Maple Avenue in the Bayway section of the city, Mravlag Manor comprises 423 apartments across 15 three-story buildings.
A residential complex featuring a total of 35 townhouses.
This affordable housing property consists of 10 units: nine 2-bedroom apartments and one 1-bedroom apartment. A daycare operated by Temple CDC is located on the ground floor, providing commercial space.
Located at 70 Westfield Avenue and 632 Salem Avenue, adjacent to a City of Elizabeth owned and operated recreation center. This 8-story building contains 100 units, catering to our senior and disabled residents with features such as handrails, an intercom system, and accessible walkways and ramps.
A 125-unit building constructed in 1968, housing a low-income senior/disabled population. Named in honor of the late President Kennedy, this 8-story structure is conveniently situated within walking distance of Elizabeth’s main shopping district.
Located at 69 Division Street, this 11-story apartment building offers amenities such as dual elevators, incineration chutes, laundry facilities, and a pagoda-style community room, complemented by ample parking. Recent upgrades include renovations to the community room and lobby, new kitchens and bathrooms, exterior site and parking lot improvements, as well as a conversion to a new gas-fired heating system.
Assisted Housing Department
Phone: 908-965-2400
For more details, visit: Section 8 Housing Information.
Managed by the City of Elizabeth, NJ. For more information, visit: Family Housing Complexes.
Located at 688 Maple Avenue, Bayway section of Elizabeth, comprising 423 apartments across 15 three-story buildings.
A collection of 35 townhouses.
An affordable housing property featuring 10 units, including nine 2-bedroom and one 1-bedroom apartments, with a daycare operated by Temple CDC on the ground floor.
Located at 70 Westfield Avenue and 632 Salem Avenue, adjacent to a recreation center. This 8-story building serves senior and disabled residents with 100 units, featuring handrails, an intercom system, and accessible walkways and ramps.
A 125-unit complex built in 1968 for low-income senior/disabled residents, named after President Kennedy. Situated within walking distance of Elizabeth’s shopping district, this 8-story building offers proximity to amenities.
At 69 Division Street, this 11-story building offers dual elevators, incineration chutes, laundry facilities, and a community room, with ample parking. Recent updates include renovations to the community room, lobby, kitchens, and bathrooms, along with parking lot improvements.
Located at 33 Cherry Street, this 9-story building houses 249 active rental units and was constructed in 1963.
The Housing Authority of the City of Elizabeth, in partnership with Genesis E’Port Family Homes LLC, has developed 60 units of affordable and supportive housing on First and Third Streets. The project features two 4-story elevator buildings, with a mix of one and two-bedroom apartments, including a unit reserved for a resident manager. Approximately 55 parking spaces are available, and 15 units are dedicated to the homeless, with supportive services provided by HACE, Bridgeway Rehabilitative Services, and other partner agencies.
We have listed all of the housing authorities in Union County. Using the chart above, if you qualify as low income (Very Low Income OR Extremely Low Income), we recommend that you visit your local housing authority. They should be your first stop for housing and rental assistance programs.
1. To get on the waiting list for Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), visit the links provided below to the closest Union County housing authority to your city in your city.
2. You can also visit the Housing Authority for other low income housing programs with rent assistance.
To be eligible for public housing, households must meet the following requirements:
1. Have an income that is below a certain level.
2. Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident.
3. Have a demonstrated need for housing assistance.
Public housing tenants pay rent based on their income. The rent is typically set at 30% of the household's monthly income.
If you are interested in learning more about public housing, or if you think you may be eligible, you can contact your local housing authority (lsted above). The Public Housing Authority can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for public housing assistance.
688 Maple Ave
Elizabeth, NJ - 07202
Union County
Website: http://hacenj.com
Phone Number: (908) 965-2400
1976 Morris Ave
Union, NJ - 07083
Union County
Website: http://www.uniontownship.com/
Phone Number: (973) 761-0059
165 E Grand Ave
Rahway, NJ - 07065
Union County
Website: http://www.cityofrahway.com/housing_authority.htm
Phone Number: (732) 499 - 0066
512 Springfield Avenue
Summit, NJ - 07901
Union County
Website: http://summitnjha.org/
Phone Number: (908) 273-6413
1601 Dill Ave
Linden, NJ - 07036
Union County
Phone Number: (908) 298-3820
| Apartment Size | HUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For Area | LIHTC Maximum Rent | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Apartments | $1379 | Estimated $413.70 - utility allowance | |
| One Bedroom Apartments | $1590 | Estimated $477.00 - utility allowance | |
| Two Bedroom Apartments | $1916 | Estimated $574.80 - utility allowance | |
| Three Bedroom Apartments | $2424 | Estimated $727.20 - utility allowance |
Using the table above you can estimate what you would be paying by checking the LIHTC Maximum Rent section.
Contact these properties for openings and wait lists and price lists.
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides active listings of Section 8 and Multifamily apartments. We have listed them below for you to contact. Check with them to see if they have current availabilities and/or waiting lists. With Section 8 properties, you will need a voucher. Contact the Union County Public Housing Authorities, listed at the top of this page.
Our data is collected from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development data along with computations based on their rules on apartments/housing.
You must qualify for the HUD apartments in the area you are searching. Then, you need to apply directly at the location or through the Public Housing Authority.
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