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Summit Housing Authority

Name: Summit Housing Authority
Address: 512 Springfield Ave, Summit, NJ, 07901, US
Telephone: 9082736413

512 Springfield Ave, Summit, NJ, 07901

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 12 hr ago

About This Property

Summit Housing Authority provides public housing in Summit, NJ through the Union County housing authority. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. Interested applicants can contact the authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The website states "The Waiting List for Family Housing is currently closed. Public Notice will be provided when the Authority re-opens the Family Housing Waiting List". It is assumed this applies to Public Housing as well.

Last verified April 11, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The website mentions "Family Housing" and "HCV" in the context of waiting lists. The status for "Family Housing" is explicitly stated as closed. It is assumed this also applies to HCV.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Fair Market Rent - Union 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 - Union 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 Summit, NJ?+

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

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

For a 4-person household in Union 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.

Is there a waitlist for Summit 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 Summit Housing Authority?+

Summit Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9082736413, 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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