Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Short Hills, NJ 07078
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 07078 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Short Hills, NJ 07078. 26 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 5 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 07078
The 20 closest of 26 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
CPNJ Livingston Residence
670 South Orange Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039
1.2 mi away
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Project Live V Consumer Home
43 Pierson Rd, Maplewood, NJ 07040
2.7 mi away
3 units · People with disabilities
CPNJ West Orange Residence II
23 Oak Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052
3.2 mi away
4 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Springfield Senior Citizens
350 Independence Way, Springfield, NJ 07081
3.3 mi away
137 units · 136 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Project Live VI Consumer Home
30 Rutgers St, Maplewood, NJ 07040
3.5 mi away
3 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Maplewood Consumer Home
24 Colgate Road, Maplewood, NJ 07040
3.6 mi away
3 units · People with disabilities
Freeman Apts
41 Hillside Ave, Springfield, NJ 07081
3.8 mi away
13 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
South Orange Consumer Home
353 Vose Ave, South Orange, NJ 07079
3.9 mi away
3 units · People with disabilities
Project Live IX Consumer Home
7 Walnut Street, Livingston, NJ 07039
3.9 mi away
5 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Al Gomer Residence
219 South Orange Ave, South Orange, NJ 07079
3.9 mi away
66 units · 65 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Project Live VII Consumer Home
255 Gardner Ave, South Orange, NJ 07079
4 mi away
3 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Woodfield Estates at Florham Park
1 Ward Place, Florham Park Boro, NJ 07932
4.1 mi away
60 units · 30 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Woodfield Estates at Florham Park #192
1,3,5,7,9 &11 Ward Place, Florham Park, NJ 07932
4.1 mi away
60 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Park Ave at Florham Pk
Florham Park, NJ 07932
4.2 mi away
65 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cheshire Home III
305 Greenwood Avenue, Florham Park, NJ 07932
4.4 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Valley Road
22-24 Central Ave., West Orange, NJ 07052
4.8 mi away
100 units · 55 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
West Orange Senior Housing
46 Mount Pleasant Ave, West Orange, NJ 07052
5.2 mi away
65 units · 64 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 07078
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $3,350/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $134,000/yr
- Renters in 07078 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 35%
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 | 07078 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,460 | $1,637 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,780 | $1,850 |
| 2 bedrooms | $3,350 | $2,233 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,180 | $2,785 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,780 | $3,188 |
Wider area = Newark, NJ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,520 (07052) to $3,350 (07932).
Census figures for 07078 (2020–2024 average): median rent $3,325. Median household income $250,000+. 11% of homes are rented. 35% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 21% 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 07078's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 07078Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Short Hills, NJ 07078?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Short Hills, NJ 07078, 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 Short Hills, NJ 07078 have openings?
These lists for Short Hills, NJ 07078 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 Short Hills, NJ 07078?
Use the phone number on each building card in Short Hills, NJ 07078. 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 Short Hills, NJ 07078?
In Short Hills, NJ 07078, 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 07078?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 07078 right now. 26 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 07078?
Yes — this page also lists 26 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Short Hills, NJ 07078 (within about 5 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Short Hills, NJ 07078?
Most income-restricted buildings in Short Hills, NJ 07078 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 Short Hills, NJ 07078?
For many programs in Short Hills, NJ 07078, 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 Short Hills, NJ 07078?
There is no single waiting list for Short Hills, NJ 07078. 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 Short Hills, NJ 07078?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Short Hills, NJ 07078?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Short Hills, NJ 07078, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Short Hills, NJ 07078 is $3,350 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 Short Hills, NJ 07078?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Short Hills, NJ 07078. 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 Short Hills, NJ 07078?
This page may still list buildings in Short Hills, NJ 07078 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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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