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Housing Authority City of Jersey City

Name: Housing Authority City of Jersey City
Address: Jersey City, NJ, 07306, US
Telephone: 2017064638

Jersey City, NJ, 07306

Information verified November 5, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 22 hr ago

About This Property

Housing Authority City of Jersey City operates 6,990 units of public housing in Jersey City, NJ. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applicants. The housing authority provides rental assistance and housing options for eligible residents in Hudson County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened December 1, 2018

Apply: Online, In-person

This waitlist is for homeownership public housing at Dwight Street Homes. Eligible applicants must be interested in buying a 2-family home, have 3, 4, or 5 persons in their household, have good credit (or repairable within 6 months), and income between 60%-80% of the median income. Applications can be downloaded online or picked up at the JCHA Central office or Berry Gardens Management offices.

Last verified November 3, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The HCV Lottery is closed. Applications submitted in 2022 are still valid. FRH uses a waiting list and lottery system. There is no expected date to reopen the waitlist.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated November 4, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

6990

Fair Market Rent - Hudson 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	$1,993
1 Bedroom	$2,025
2 Bedroom	$2,299
3 Bedroom	$2,855
4 Bedroom	$3,183

Income Limits - Hudson County, NJ

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $21,750
Very Low (50%): $36,250
Low (80%): $58,000

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $24,850
Very Low (50%): $41,400
Low (80%): $66,250

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $27,950
Very Low (50%): $46,600
Low (80%): $74,550

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,050
Very Low (50%): $51,750
Low (80%): $82,800

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,550
Very Low (50%): $55,900
Low (80%): $89,450

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,050
Very Low (50%): $60,050
Low (80%): $96,050

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $64,200
Low (80%): $102,700

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $68,350
Low (80%): $109,300

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$21,750	$36,250	$58,000
2 Persons	$24,850	$41,400	$66,250
3 Persons	$27,950	$46,600	$74,550
4 Persons	$31,050	$51,750	$82,800
5 Persons	$33,550	$55,900	$89,450
6 Persons	$36,050	$60,050	$96,050
7 Persons	$40,120	$64,200	$102,700
8 Persons	$44,660	$68,350	$109,300

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Hudson County, NJ is: $1993 (Studio), $2025 (1BR), $2299 (2BR), $2855 (3BR), $3183 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority City of Jersey City is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority City of Jersey City have?+

Housing Authority City of Jersey City has a total of 6990 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority City of Jersey City?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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 Hudson County, NJ?+

For a 4-person household in Hudson County, NJ, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $31,050, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $51,750, Low Income (80% AMI): $82,800. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority City of Jersey City?+

Housing Authority City of Jersey City is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2017064638, 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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