Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Clifton, NJ 07013
5 affordable buildings in 07013 · 63 more within 3 mi
Clifton, NJ 07013 has 5 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit, 1 Section 8, and 1 senior. 63 more are listed within 3 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 07013
Brick Towers/Montgomery Street
671 Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard, Newark, NJ 07013
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Senior Horizons at Clifton #691
714 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013
125 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Horizons at Clifton
672 Van Houten Avenue, Clifton Twp., NJ 07013
104 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 07013 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 63 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Senior Housing of Hazel Street
127 Hazel Street, Clifton, NJ 07011
1.1 mi away
120 units · 108 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Clifton Consumer Home
123 Luisser Street, Clifton, NJ 07012
1.3 mi away
4 units · People with disabilities
Maurice J. Brick Residence
70 Dey St, Paterson, NJ 07503
1.7 mi away
92 units · 91 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
49 Pine Street
49 Pine Street, Passaic, NJ 07055
1.8 mi away
2 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Harborside Apartments
24-28 Levine St., Paterson, NJ 07503
2 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
McBride, Masiello and Canfield Devels
255 Atlantic St, Paterson, NJ 07503
2 mi away
384 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Paterson Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 54 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Chestnut Street Housing, Inc.
303 Chestnut St # a, Passaic, NJ 07055
2.1 mi away
76 units · 75 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Chestnut Street Housing
290-304 Chestnut Street, Passaic, NJ 07055
2.1 mi away
76 units · 75 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Garden Street Senior Citizens
29-31 Howe Ave, Passaic, NJ 07055
2.2 mi away
40 units · 38 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Barclay Street Housing #2148
133-135 Barclay Street, Paterson City, NJ 07503
2.2 mi away
55 units · 1–3 BR
Passaic Sr.
299 Gregory Avenue, 14-34 Monroe Street, 59-63 Ascension Street, Passaic, NJ 07055
2.3 mi away
130 units
Passaic Consumer Home
234 Paulison Ave, Passaic, NJ 07055
2.4 mi away
4 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
The Garden Building
29 Howe Avenue, Passaic, NJ 07055
2.5 mi away
39 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Heritage Alexander Hamilton
248 23rd Ave, Paterson, NJ 07513
2.6 mi away
80 units · 24 income-restricted
- Apply through Paterson Housing Authority
MONSIGNOR JOSEPH BRISTEL RESIDENCE/a.k.a. MARIA HA
194 - 200 Pennington Ave, Passaic, NJ 07055
2.6 mi away
96 units · 95 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 07013
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,310/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $92,400/yr
- Renters in 07013 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 55%
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 | 07013 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,790 | $1,772 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,010 | $1,987 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,310 | $2,282 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,810 | $2,771 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,540 | $3,497 |
Wider area = Bergen-Passaic, NJ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,610 (07505) to $3,190 (07043).
Census figures for 07013 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,671. Median household income $116,273. 29% of homes are rented. 55% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 35% 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 07013's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 07013Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Clifton, NJ 07013?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Clifton, NJ 07013, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Clifton, NJ 07013 have openings?
These lists for Clifton, NJ 07013 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Clifton, NJ 07013?
Use the phone number on each building card in Clifton, NJ 07013. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Clifton, NJ 07013?
In Clifton, NJ 07013, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 07013?
This directory lists 5 income-restricted buildings in Clifton, NJ 07013. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 07013?
Yes — this page also lists 63 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Clifton, NJ 07013 (within about 3 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Clifton, NJ 07013?
Most income-restricted buildings in Clifton, NJ 07013 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 Clifton, NJ 07013?
For many programs in Clifton, NJ 07013, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Clifton, NJ 07013?
There is no single waiting list for Clifton, NJ 07013. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Clifton, NJ 07013?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Clifton, NJ 07013. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Clifton, NJ 07013?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Clifton, NJ 07013, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Clifton, NJ 07013 is $2,310 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Clifton, NJ 07013?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Clifton, NJ 07013. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Clifton, NJ 07013?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Clifton, NJ 07013. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Nearby ZIP codes
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.
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