Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Newark, NJ 07106
5 affordable buildings in 07106 · 273 more within 3 mi
Newark, NJ 07106 has 5 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit, 1 public housing, 2 Section 8, and 1 senior. 273 more are listed within 3 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 07106
Bradley Court
90 N Munn Ave, Newark, NJ 07106
315 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Newark Housing Authority
St. Clares Scattered Site - Newark, Nj
88 Mead St., Newark, NJ 07106
10 units · 3–4+ BR · People with disabilities
No buildings in 07106 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 273 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Clarshire I
863 18th Ave, Irvington, NJ 07111
0.5 mi away
20 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Project Live XI Independent Li
320 Tremont Ave, East Orange, NJ 07018
0.8 mi away
4 units · People with disabilities
IRVINGTON UAW a/k/a Edward F. Gray Apts.
712 15th Ave, Irvington, NJ 07111
0.9 mi away
128 units · 1 BR
Berkeley Terrace
10 Berkeley Ter, Irvington, NJ 07111
1 mi away
153 units · 152 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Berkeley Terrace
9-23 Berkeley Terrace, 794 Grove Street, Irvington, NJ 07111
1 mi away
153 units · 152 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
599 20th St
599 20th St, Irvington, NJ 07111
1 mi away
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
The Summit #626
599-601 20th St, Irvington, NJ 07111
1 mi away
12 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Project Live VII Consumer Home
255 Gardner Ave, South Orange, NJ 07079
1.1 mi away
3 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Springfield Commons
613 18th Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103
1.1 mi away
72 units · 70 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
LITC#729 Springfield Commons
605 18th Ave # 615, Newark, NJ 07103
1.2 mi away
72 units · 71 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Corinthian Homes
490 18th Street, Newark City, NJ 07103
1.2 mi away
45 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Camptown Gardens
624 Nye Ave, Irvington, NJ 07111
1.2 mi away
240 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Irvington Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Al Gomer Residence
219 South Orange Ave, South Orange, NJ 07079
1.2 mi away
66 units · 65 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 07106
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,990/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $79,600/yr
- Renters in 07106 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 58%
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 | 07106 | 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 (07103) to $3,120 (07079).
Census figures for 07106 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,242. Median household income $53,440. 65% of homes are rented. 58% 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 07106's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 07106Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Newark, NJ 07106?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Newark, NJ 07106, 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 Newark, NJ 07106 have openings?
These lists for Newark, NJ 07106 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 Newark, NJ 07106?
Use the phone number on each building card in Newark, NJ 07106. 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 Newark, NJ 07106?
In Newark, NJ 07106, 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 07106?
This directory lists 5 income-restricted buildings in Newark, NJ 07106. 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 07106?
Yes — this page also lists 273 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Newark, NJ 07106 (within about 3 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Newark, NJ 07106?
Most income-restricted buildings in Newark, NJ 07106 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 07106?
For many programs in Newark, NJ 07106, 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 Newark, NJ 07106?
There is no single waiting list for Newark, NJ 07106. 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 Newark, NJ 07106?
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 public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Newark, NJ 07106. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Newark, NJ 07106?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Newark, NJ 07106, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Newark, NJ 07106 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Newark, NJ 07106?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Newark, NJ 07106. 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 Newark, NJ 07106?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Newark, NJ 07106. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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