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Bloomfield Township Housing Authority

Name: Bloomfield Township Housing Authority
Address: 1 Municipal Plz, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003, US
Telephone: 9736804189

1 Municipal Plz, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003

Information verified September 5, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 11 hr ago

About This Property

Bloomfield Township Housing Authority operates 270 housing units in Bloomfield, NJ, serving Essex County residents. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance and housing opportunities through its public housing program.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Opened August 9, 2026

Closed August 11, 2026

Apply: Online

The Public Housing waiting list was for 4-bedroom units in Bloomfield Scatter Sites. A random-draw lottery selected 700 pre-applications, accepting one per family, with preferences possibly for families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals.

Last verified August 14, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher program waiting list is currently closed. The last known opening was on October 6, 2025, and it closed once 100 pre-applications were received. 75 families were selected by lottery, with preferences given to veterans (homeless and disabled), other veterans, Bloomfield residents, working families, and elderly/disabled applicants.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 5, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

270

Fair Market Rent - Essex 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	$1,379
1 Bedroom	$1,590
2 Bedroom	$1,916
3 Bedroom	$2,424
4 Bedroom	$2,800

Income Limits - Essex County, NJ

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $22,550
Very Low (50%): $37,600
Low (80%): $55,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,800
Very Low (50%): $43,000
Low (80%): $63,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,000
Very Low (50%): $48,350
Low (80%): $71,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,200
Very Low (50%): $53,700
Low (80%): $79,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $34,800
Very Low (50%): $58,000
Low (80%): $86,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $37,400
Very Low (50%): $62,300
Low (80%): $92,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $66,600
Low (80%): $99,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $70,900
Low (80%): $105,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$22,550	$37,600	$55,950
2 Persons	$25,800	$43,000	$63,950
3 Persons	$29,000	$48,350	$71,950
4 Persons	$32,200	$53,700	$79,900
5 Persons	$34,800	$58,000	$86,300
6 Persons	$37,400	$62,300	$92,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$66,600	$99,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$70,900	$105,500

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Essex County, NJ is: $1379 (Studio), $1590 (1BR), $1916 (2BR), $2424 (3BR), $2800 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Bloomfield Township Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Bloomfield Township Housing Authority have?+

Bloomfield Township Housing Authority has a total of 270 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Bloomfield Township Housing Authority?+

Bloomfield Township Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9736804189, 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 Bloomfield Township 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 Essex County, NJ?+

For a 4-person household in Essex County, NJ, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $32,200, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $53,700, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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