Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
3 affordable buildings in 08002 · 73 more within 5 mi
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit, 2 Section 8, and 2 senior. 73 more are listed within 5 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 08002
No buildings in 08002 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 73 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Coles Landing
555 Coles Mill Road, Haddonfield, NJ 08033
1.5 mi away
58 units · 57 income-restricted · 1 BR
Merchantville Senior aka Chestnut Station Apartments
20 West Chestnut Avenue, Merchantville, NJ 08109
1.8 mi away
74 units · 1–2 BR
Wm G Rohrer Tws
25 Wynnewood Ave, Westmont, NJ 08108
2.2 mi away
100 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Haddon Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Stonegate at Saint Stephen's Phase II
6312 Browning Rd, Pennsauken, NJ 08109
2.2 mi away
68 units · 1–2 BR
Pennsauken Lutheran Housing
5610 Crescent Blvd, Pennsauken, NJ 08109
2.4 mi away
71 units · 70 income-restricted · 1 BR
Collingswood Arms
30 Washington Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
2.5 mi away
95 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Collingswood Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
3093 Stevens Street
3093 Stevens Street, Camden, NJ 08105
2.9 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
The Arbors
220 South Lenola Road, Maple Shade, NJ 08052
3 mi away
408 units · 293 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
32nd St Project
222 N 32nd St, Camden, NJ 08105
3.1 mi away
49 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Westfield Twrs
3199 Westfield Ave, Camden, NJ 08105
3.1 mi away
101 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Camden
- Residents waited about 28 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Baldwin Run Senior Building
3195 Westfield Ave, Camden, NJ 08105
3.1 mi away
74 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Camden
- Residents waited about 22 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
CARPENTERS HILL (NORTH 32nd STREET)
312 N 32nd St, Camden, NJ 08105
3.1 mi away
30 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Camden
Baldwins Run
265A Baldwins Ln, Camden, NJ 08105
3.1 mi away
78 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Camden
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 08002
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,470/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $98,800/yr
- Renters in 08002 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 33%
Income limits (2026)
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD area · median family income $122,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,800 | $42,950 | $68,750 |
| 2 | $29,450 | $49,100 | $78,550 |
| 3 | $33,150 | $55,250 | $88,350 |
| 4 | $36,800 | $61,350 | $98,150 |
| 5 | $39,750 | $66,300 | $106,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $71,200 | $113,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $76,100 | $121,750 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $81,000 | $129,600 |
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 | 08002 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,910 | $1,438 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,070 | $1,558 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,470 | $1,860 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,940 | $2,216 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,250 | $2,445 |
Wider area = Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,410 (08106) to $2,500 (08003).
Census figures for 08002 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,974. Median household income $100,951. 32% of homes are rented. 33% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 15% 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 08002's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 08002Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Cherry Hill, NJ 08002?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Cherry Hill, NJ 08002, 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 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 have openings?
These lists for Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 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 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002?
Use the phone number on each building card in Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. 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 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002?
In Cherry Hill, NJ 08002, 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 08002?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. 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 08002?
Yes — this page also lists 73 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 (within about 5 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Cherry Hill, NJ 08002?
Most income-restricted buildings in Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 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 $42,950, and $61,350 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($68,750 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 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002?
For many programs in Cherry Hill, NJ 08002, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $42,950 a year for 1 person and $61,350 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $68,750 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 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002?
There is no single waiting list for Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. 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 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002?
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 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Cherry Hill, NJ 08002?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Cherry Hill, NJ 08002, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 is $2,470 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 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. 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 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. 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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