Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
1 affordable building in 07028 · 157 more within 4 mi
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 Section 8. 157 more are listed within 4 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 07028
No buildings in 07028 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 157 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Matthew G. Carter Apartments
20-80 Glen Ridge AVE, Montclair, NJ 07042
0.3 mi away
126 units · 70 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
1 Grant Street
1 Grant Street, Montlcair, NJ 07042
0.3 mi away
10 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
The Montclarion
10 Pine Street, Montclair, NJ 07042
0.4 mi away
56 units · 12 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Pineridge of Montclair
60 Glenridge Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042
0.4 mi away
48 units · 47 income-restricted · 1 BR
FIRST MONTCLAIR HOUSE a/k/a/ Montclair Senior Citi
56 Walnut St, Montclair, NJ 07042
0.7 mi away
131 units · 130 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Kinder Towers
400 Hoover Ave, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
0.7 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
South End Gardens
340 Orange Rd, Montclair, NJ 07042
1 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
46 Charles Street
46 Charles Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
1.5 mi away
6 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
42 Charles Street
42 Charles Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
1.5 mi away
12 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Doddtown Plaza
9-11 Long St, East Orange, NJ 07017
1.7 mi away
61 units · 60 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Grafton Avenue Apts. #366
273 Valley Rd, Montclair, NJ 07042
1.8 mi away
14 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
39 Washington Street
39 Washington Street, West Orange, NJ 07052
1.8 mi away
7 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cpewh Group Home 2
31 Cuozzo St, Belleville, NJ 07109
1.8 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 07028
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $3,220/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $128,800/yr
- Renters in 07028 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 36%
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 | 07028 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,360 | $1,637 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,670 | $1,850 |
| 2 bedrooms | $3,220 | $2,233 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,020 | $2,785 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,600 | $3,188 |
Wider area = Newark, NJ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,990 (07017) to $3,190 (07043).
Census figures for 07028 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,755. Median household income $247,361. 9% of homes are rented. 36% 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 07028's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 07028Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028, 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 Glen Ridge, NJ 07028 have openings?
These lists for Glen Ridge, NJ 07028 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 Glen Ridge, NJ 07028?
Use the phone number on each building card in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028. 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 Glen Ridge, NJ 07028?
In Glen Ridge, NJ 07028, 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 07028?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028. 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 07028?
Yes — this page also lists 157 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Glen Ridge, NJ 07028 (within about 4 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028?
Most income-restricted buildings in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028 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 Glen Ridge, NJ 07028?
For many programs in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028?
There is no single waiting list for Glen Ridge, NJ 07028. 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 Glen Ridge, NJ 07028?
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 in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Glen Ridge, NJ 07028 is $3,220 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 Glen Ridge, NJ 07028?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028. 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 Glen Ridge, NJ 07028?
This page may still list buildings in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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.
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