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Montclair Housing Authority

Name: Montclair Housing Authority
Address: 205 Claremont Ave, Montclair, NJ, 07042, US
Telephone: 9735094936

205 Claremont Ave, Montclair, NJ, 07042

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 11 hr ago

About This Property

Montclair Housing Authority operates 321 units of public housing in Montclair, New Jersey, within Essex County. The public housing waitlist is currently closed, while the Section 8 waitlist remains open for applicants. Interested individuals can contact the housing authority directly for information about available programs and application procedures.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The website states 'Wait List is Closed' in the news section, which is likely referring to Public Housing or other programs administered by the authority.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher Program is also known as the Section 8 Program. The website states 'WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING ANY NEW APPLICANTS AT THIS TIME.'

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

321

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 Montclair, 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 Montclair Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Montclair Housing Authority have?+

Montclair Housing Authority has a total of 321 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Montclair 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.

How do I apply for housing at Montclair Housing Authority?+

Montclair Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9735094936, 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.

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