Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 08038 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038. 5 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 08038
Harvest Point
469 Grieves Pkwy, Salem, NJ 08079
6.4 mi away
260 units · 1–3 BR
- 17 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Westside Ct/Broadway Tws
70 Anderson Dr, Salem, NJ 08079
6.8 mi away
180 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Salem Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Salem Senior Village
155 West Broadway, Salem City, NJ 08079
7.1 mi away
64 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Pennsville Towers
40 Eaton Rd, Pennsville, NJ 08070
11.9 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · 1 BR
Bridgeton Villas Phase II
9F,9G, 9H Cottage Ave, Bridgeton, NJ 08302
13.8 mi away
56 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 08038
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,040/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $81,600/yr
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 | 08038 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,580 | $1,438 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,710 | $1,558 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,040 | $1,860 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,430 | $2,216 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,680 | $2,445 |
Wider area = Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,460 (08079) to $2,020 (19731).
Census figures for 08038 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $90,179. 39% of homes are rented.
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 08038's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 08038Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038, 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 Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038 have openings?
These lists for Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038 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 Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038?
Use the phone number on each building card in Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038. 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 Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038?
In Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038, 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 08038?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 08038 right now. 5 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 08038?
Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038?
Most income-restricted buildings in Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038 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 Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038?
For many programs in Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038, 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 Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038?
There is no single waiting list for Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038. 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 Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038?
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 Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038 is $2,040 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 Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038. 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 Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038?
This page may still list buildings in Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038 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; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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