Newark H a — Income-Restricted Housing in Newark, NJ 07108
187B Chadwick Ave, Newark, NJ 07108
318 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Newark Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 80 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (973) 273-6677Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Newark Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (973) 273-6677.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 78 1 bedroom · 108 2 bedrooms · 132 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $497/mo
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Rents and income limits in 07108
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,990/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $79,600/yr
- Renters in 07108 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 60%
Income limits (2026)
Newark, NJ area · median family income $138,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $29,050 | $48,450 | $74,800 |
| 2 | $33,200 | $55,400 | $85,450 |
| 3 | $37,350 | $62,300 | $96,150 |
| 4 | $41,500 | $69,200 | $106,800 |
| 5 | $44,850 | $74,750 | $115,350 |
| 6 | $48,150 | $80,300 | $123,900 |
| 7 | $51,500 | $85,850 | $132,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $91,350 | $141,000 |
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 | 07108 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,460 | $1,637 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,640 | $1,850 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,990 | $2,233 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,490 | $2,785 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,830 | $3,188 |
Wider area = Newark, NJ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,990 (07112) to $2,860 (07029).
Census figures for 07108 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,131. Median household income $36,200. 81% of homes are rented. 60% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 32% 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 07108's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 07108Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Newark H a?
Apply through Newark Housing Authority, which runs Newark H a. Call (973) 273-6677. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Newark H a Section 8 housing?
Newark H a is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Newark H a?
Public records list 318 units at Newark H a in Newark, NJ 07108. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Newark H a?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 07108 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 Newark H a?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Newark H a in Newark, NJ 07108. 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 Newark, NJ 07108?
Most income-restricted buildings in Newark, NJ 07108 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 $48,450, and $69,200 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($74,800 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 Newark, NJ 07108?
For many programs in Newark, NJ 07108, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $48,450 a year for 1 person and $69,200 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $74,800 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 Newark, NJ 07108?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Newark, NJ 07108, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Newark, NJ 07108 is $1,990 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 Newark H a take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Newark H a has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Newark, NJ 07108 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Newark H a.
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.