Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Pennsville, NJ 08070
3 affordable buildings in 08070 · 74 more within 10 mi
Pennsville, NJ 08070 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit, 2 Section 8, and 1 senior. 74 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 08070
No buildings in 08070 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 74 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Salem Senior Village
155 West Broadway, Salem City, NJ 08079
4.1 mi away
64 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Westside Ct/Broadway Tws
70 Anderson Dr, Salem, NJ 08079
4.8 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
Harvest Point
469 Grieves Pkwy, Salem, NJ 08079
5 mi away
260 units · 1–3 BR
- 17 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Llangollen Hope House
314 Sterling Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
5.6 mi away
4 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Wilton Club Apartments
113 Hetherton Lane, New Castle, DE 19720
6.2 mi away
61 units · 60 income-restricted · 3 BR
Willow Chase Apartments
500 Blair Court, New Castle, DE 19720
6.2 mi away
81 units · 80 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Spencer Apts
32-36 Fairhaven Ct, New Castle, DE 19720
6.6 mi away
73 units · 72 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
CARNEYS POINT (a/k/a Village Arms Apartments)
311 Shell RD, Carneys Point, NJ 08069
6.6 mi away
80 units · 1 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Pennsgrove Gardens
11A-31 Helms Cove Lane, Penns Grove, NJ 08069
7.5 mi away
144 units · 136 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Penn Village Apartments
200 S Smith Ave, Penns Grove, NJ 08069
7.6 mi away
120 units · 58 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Southbridge
718 Townsend Pl, Wilmington, DE 19801
7.6 mi away
180 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Wilmington Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 61 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Penn Tws South
40 S Broad St, Penns Grove, NJ 08069
8 mi away
153 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Penns Grove Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 32 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 08070
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,630/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $65,200/yr
- Renters in 08070 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 61%
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 | 08070 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,260 | $1,438 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,370 | $1,558 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,630 | $1,860 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,940 | $2,216 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,140 | $2,445 |
Wider area = Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,460 (08079) to $2,440 (08023).
Census figures for 08070 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,231. Median household income $75,697. 20% of homes are rented. 61% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 27% 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 08070's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 08070Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Pennsville, NJ 08070?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Pennsville, NJ 08070, 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 Pennsville, NJ 08070 have openings?
These lists for Pennsville, NJ 08070 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 Pennsville, NJ 08070?
Use the phone number on each building card in Pennsville, NJ 08070. 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 Pennsville, NJ 08070?
In Pennsville, NJ 08070, 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 08070?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Pennsville, NJ 08070. 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 08070?
Yes — this page also lists 74 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Pennsville, NJ 08070 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Pennsville, NJ 08070?
Most income-restricted buildings in Pennsville, NJ 08070 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 Pennsville, NJ 08070?
For many programs in Pennsville, NJ 08070, 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 Pennsville, NJ 08070?
There is no single waiting list for Pennsville, NJ 08070. 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 Pennsville, NJ 08070?
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 Pennsville, NJ 08070. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Pennsville, NJ 08070?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Pennsville, NJ 08070, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Pennsville, NJ 08070 is $1,630 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 Pennsville, NJ 08070?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Pennsville, NJ 08070. 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 Pennsville, NJ 08070?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Pennsville, NJ 08070. 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; 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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