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Boonton Housing Authority

Name: Boonton Housing Authority
Address: 125 Chestnut St, Boonton, NJ, 07005, US
Telephone: 9733350846

125 Chestnut St, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Information verified July 7, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 17 hr ago

About This Property

Boonton Housing Authority operates 233 units of public housing in Boonton, New Jersey, within Morris County. The public housing waitlist is currently closed, while the Section 8 waitlist remains open for eligible applicants. Interested individuals can contact the housing authority directly for information about available programs and application procedures.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

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The BHA's low-income public housing program consists of 74 units of housing. There is only ONE (1) Waiting List for both HCV and Public Housing. Applicants are offered assistance from whichever program has an opening when their name comes to the top of the list. The waiting list is organized by a preference point system. There is no immediate or emergency housing assistance.

Last verified June 27, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

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There is only ONE (1) Waiting List for both HCV and Public Housing. Applicants are offered assistance from whichever program has an opening when their name comes to the top of the list. There is no immediate or emergency housing assistance.

Last verified March 6, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 7, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

233

Fair Market Rent - Morris 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 - Morris 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 Boonton, NJ?+

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

How many units does Boonton Housing Authority have?+

Boonton Housing Authority has a total of 233 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Boonton 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.

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

Boonton Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9733350846, 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.

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

For a 4-person household in Morris 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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