Ivy Square I — Income-Restricted Housing in Bridgeton, NJ 08302
205 Cottage Ave, Bridgeton, NJ 08302
100 units · 1–3 BR
Management office: (617) 742-4500Directions
How to apply
- Call the management office at (617) 742-4500 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1969
- Income limit
- 50% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 28 1 bedroom · 51 2 bedrooms · 20 3 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 76/100 (Mar 2026) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 08302
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,750/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $70,000/yr
- Renters in 08302 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 54%
Income limits (2026)
Vineland, NJ area · median family income $89,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,500 | $34,150 | $54,600 |
| 2 | $23,400 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,900 | $70,200 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,750 | $78,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,650 | $84,250 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,550 | $90,500 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,450 | $96,750 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,350 | $103,000 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 08302 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,320 | $1,288 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,460 | $1,420 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,750 | $1,704 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,410 | $2,360 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,530 | $2,478 |
Wider area = Vineland, NJ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,510 (08323) to $2,200 (08352).
Census figures for 08302 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,334. Median household income $65,516. 42% of homes are rented. 54% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 29% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 08302's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 08302Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Ivy Square I?
Call (617) 742-4500 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Ivy Square I in Bridgeton, NJ 08302. These records do not show openings.
Is Ivy Square I Section 8 housing?
Ivy Square I is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Ivy Square I?
Public records list 100 units at Ivy Square I in Bridgeton, NJ 08302. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Ivy Square I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 08302 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Ivy Square I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Ivy Square I in Bridgeton, NJ 08302. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Bridgeton, NJ 08302?
Most income-restricted buildings in Bridgeton, NJ 08302 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $34,150, and $48,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,600 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Bridgeton, NJ 08302?
For many programs in Bridgeton, NJ 08302, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,150 a year for 1 person and $48,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,600 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Bridgeton, NJ 08302?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Bridgeton, NJ 08302, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Bridgeton, NJ 08302 is $1,750 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Ivy Square I take Section 8 vouchers?
Ivy Square I is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.