South Village I & II — Income-Restricted Housing in Trenton, NJ 08611
312 Lalor St, Trenton, NJ 08611
334 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Management office: (216) 472-1870Directions
How to apply
- Call the management office at (216) 472-1870 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
- 1982
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 269 1 bedroom · 65 2 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 96/100 (Mar 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 08611
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,030/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $81,200/yr
- Renters in 08611 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 63%
Income limits (2026)
Trenton-Princeton, NJ area · median family income $139,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $29,300 | $48,850 | $74,800 |
| 2 | $33,500 | $55,800 | $85,450 |
| 3 | $37,700 | $62,800 | $96,150 |
| 4 | $41,850 | $69,750 | $106,800 |
| 5 | $45,200 | $75,350 | $115,350 |
| 6 | $48,550 | $80,950 | $123,900 |
| 7 | $51,900 | $86,500 | $132,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $92,100 | $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 | 08611 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,410 | $1,561 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,600 | $1,764 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,030 | $2,242 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,480 | $2,741 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,790 | $3,081 |
Wider area = Trenton-Princeton, NJ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,630 (19030) to $2,380 (08690).
Census figures for 08611 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,459. Median household income $56,788. 61% of homes are rented. 63% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 33% 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 08611's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 08611Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to South Village I & II?
Call (216) 472-1870 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at South Village I & II in Trenton, NJ 08611. These records do not show openings.
Is South Village I & II Section 8 housing?
South Village 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 South Village I & II?
Public records list 334 units at South Village I & II in Trenton, NJ 08611. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near South Village I & II?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 08611 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 South Village I & II?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at South Village I & II in Trenton, NJ 08611. 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 Trenton, NJ 08611?
Most income-restricted buildings in Trenton, NJ 08611 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 $48,850, and $69,750 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 Trenton, NJ 08611?
For many programs in Trenton, NJ 08611, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $48,850 a year for 1 person and $69,750 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 Trenton, NJ 08611?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Trenton, NJ 08611, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Trenton, NJ 08611 is $2,030 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 South Village I & II take Section 8 vouchers?
South Village 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.