Elsie Jay I & II — Income-Restricted Housing in Hackensack, NJ 07601
13 Newman St, Hackensack, NJ 07601
104 units · 103 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Management office: (516) 466-6520 ext. 11Directions
How to apply
- Call the management office at (516) 466-6520 ext. 11 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
- 1978
- Bedrooms
- 9 1 bedroom · 84 2 bedrooms · 10 4+ bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 90/100 (Jan 2025) 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 07601
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,560/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $102,400/yr
- Renters in 07601 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 51%
Income limits (2026)
Bergen-Passaic, NJ area · median family income $139,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $29,250 | $48,700 | $75,900 |
| 2 | $33,400 | $55,650 | $86,750 |
| 3 | $37,600 | $62,600 | $97,600 |
| 4 | $41,750 | $69,550 | $108,400 |
| 5 | $45,100 | $75,150 | $117,100 |
| 6 | $48,450 | $80,700 | $125,750 |
| 7 | $51,800 | $86,250 | $134,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $91,850 | $143,100 |
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 | 07601 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,990 | $1,772 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,230 | $1,987 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,560 | $2,282 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,110 | $2,771 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,920 | $3,497 |
Wider area = Bergen-Passaic, NJ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,090 (07604) to $2,590 (07663).
Census figures for 07601 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,911. Median household income $84,277. 63% of homes are rented. 51% 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 07601's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 07601Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Elsie Jay I & II?
Call (516) 466-6520 ext. 11 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Elsie Jay I & II in Hackensack, NJ 07601. These records do not show openings.
Is Elsie Jay I & II Section 8 housing?
Elsie Jay I & II 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 Elsie Jay I & II?
Public records list 104 units at Elsie Jay I & II in Hackensack, NJ 07601. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Elsie Jay I & II?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 07601 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 Elsie Jay I & II?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Elsie Jay I & II in Hackensack, NJ 07601. 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 Hackensack, NJ 07601?
Most income-restricted buildings in Hackensack, NJ 07601 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 $48,700, and $69,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($75,900 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 Hackensack, NJ 07601?
For many programs in Hackensack, NJ 07601, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $48,700 a year for 1 person and $69,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $75,900 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 Hackensack, NJ 07601?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Hackensack, NJ 07601, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Hackensack, NJ 07601 is $2,560 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 Elsie Jay I & II take Section 8 vouchers?
Elsie Jay I & II 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.