Low Income (LIHTC)Waitlist Open

Project Home

657 Bergen Ave, Jersey City, NJ, 7304

Information verified September 5, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Project Home offers 18 low-income residential units in Jersey City, New Jersey. The property has been in service since 2012 and is located in Hudson County. Interested parties can contact the property management for additional information and availability.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Housing Authority City of Jersey City

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened December 1, 2018

Apply: Multiple

The Dwight Street Homes Homeownership Public Housing waiting list is open since at least December 2018 until further notice. Eligibility requires interest in buying a 2-family home, 3-5 person households, good or reparable credit within 6 months, and income between 60%-80% of median income. Application methods include online (print and download), in-person at JCHA Central office or Berry Gardens Management offices, or by mail.

Last verified September 4, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The HCV Lottery is closed. Applications from the 2022 wait list opening are still valid. FRH uses a waiting list and lottery system. FRH has no expected date to reopen the waitlist.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 5, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

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

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

2012

Low-Income Units

18 / 18

Designations

Difficult Development Area

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 Project Home is typically 30% of household income or less.

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.

Who manages Project Home?+

Project Home is managed by . You can reach them at .

Is there a waitlist for Project Home?+

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.

How do I apply for housing at Project Home?+

Project Home is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.

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