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Fort Lee Housing Authority

Name: Fort Lee Housing Authority
Address: 1403 Teresa Dr, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024, US
Telephone: 2019477400

1403 Teresa Dr, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024

Information verified November 5, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 21 hr ago

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About This Property

Fort Lee Housing Authority operates 530 units of public housing in Fort Lee, New Jersey, in Bergen County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. The housing authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in the area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed. Eligibility requires meeting annual income guidelines, qualifying as elderly, a person with a disability, or a family, and being a citizen or noncitizen with eligible immigration status.

Last verified February 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Fort Lee Housing Authority is not accepting applications for the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program at this time. There is currently no estimated reopening date.

Last verified March 7, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated November 4, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

530

Fair Market Rent - Bergen County, NJ

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,400
1 Bedroom	$1,645
2 Bedroom	$1,892
3 Bedroom	$2,342
4 Bedroom	$2,946

Income Limits - Bergen County, NJ

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $23,000
Very Low (50%): $38,300
Low (80%): $57,700

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,250
Very Low (50%): $43,800
Low (80%): $65,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,550
Very Low (50%): $49,250
Low (80%): $74,200

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,800
Very Low (50%): $54,700
Low (80%): $82,400

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,450
Very Low (50%): $59,100
Low (80%): $89,000

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $38,050
Very Low (50%): $63,500
Low (80%): $95,600

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,700
Very Low (50%): $67,850
Low (80%): $102,200

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $72,250
Low (80%): $108,800

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$23,000	$38,300	$57,700
2 Persons	$26,250	$43,800	$65,950
3 Persons	$29,550	$49,250	$74,200
4 Persons	$32,800	$54,700	$82,400
5 Persons	$35,450	$59,100	$89,000
6 Persons	$38,050	$63,500	$95,600
7 Persons	$40,700	$67,850	$102,200
8 Persons	$44,660	$72,250	$108,800

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Fort Lee, NJ?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Bergen County, NJ is: $1400 (Studio), $1645 (1BR), $1892 (2BR), $2342 (3BR), $2946 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Fort Lee Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Fort Lee Housing Authority have?+

Fort Lee Housing Authority has a total of 530 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Fort Lee Housing Authority?+

Fort Lee Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2019477400, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

Is there a waitlist for Fort Lee Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Bergen County, NJ?+

For a 4-person household in Bergen County, NJ, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $32,800, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $54,700, Low Income (80% AMI): $82,400. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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