Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Woodstown, NJ 08098
6 affordable buildings in 08098 · 19 more within 10 mi
Woodstown, NJ 08098 has 6 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit, 1 Section 8, and 1 usda rural. 19 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 08098
Bailey Corner
10 Bailey Street (A101), Pilesgrove Twp. / Woodsto, NJ 08098
90 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Bailey Corner # 1482
10 Bailey St, Pilesgrove, NJ 08098
90 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 08098 match this filter.
Nearby
Tavistock at Woolwich #2003
700 Fiducioso Avenue, Woolwich Township, NJ 08085
7.1 mi away
71 units · 1–3 BR
Mullica West Apartments Limited Partnership
54 Woodstown Rd, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
8.2 mi away
168 units · 1–3 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
238 Kings Highway
238 Kings Highway, Swedesboro, NJ 08085
8.5 mi away
4 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Westside Ct/Broadway Tws
70 Anderson Dr, Salem, NJ 08079
8.6 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
8.7 mi away
64 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
CARNEYS POINT (a/k/a Village Arms Apartments)
311 Shell RD, Carneys Point, NJ 08069
8.9 mi away
80 units · 1 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Harvest Point
469 Grieves Pkwy, Salem, NJ 08079
8.9 mi away
260 units · 1–3 BR
- 17 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Penn Village Apartments
200 S Smith Ave, Penns Grove, NJ 08069
9.4 mi away
120 units · 58 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Pennsgrove Gardens
11A-31 Helms Cove Lane, Penns Grove, NJ 08069
9.5 mi away
144 units · 136 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Penn Tws South
40 S Broad St, Penns Grove, NJ 08069
9.6 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 08098
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,600/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $64,000/yr
- Renters in 08098 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 31%
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 | 08098 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,240 | $1,438 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,340 | $1,558 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,600 | $1,860 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,910 | $2,216 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,100 | $2,445 |
Wider area = Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 11 nearby ZIPs range from $1,460 (08072) to $2,440 (08023).
Census figures for 08098 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,250. Median household income $110,913. 25% of homes are rented. 31% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 16% 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 08098's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 08098Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Woodstown, NJ 08098?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Woodstown, NJ 08098, 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 Woodstown, NJ 08098 have openings?
These lists for Woodstown, NJ 08098 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 Woodstown, NJ 08098?
Use the phone number on each building card in Woodstown, NJ 08098. 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 Woodstown, NJ 08098?
In Woodstown, NJ 08098, 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 08098?
This directory lists 6 income-restricted buildings in Woodstown, NJ 08098. 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 08098?
Yes — this page also lists 19 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Woodstown, NJ 08098 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Woodstown, NJ 08098?
Most income-restricted buildings in Woodstown, NJ 08098 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 Woodstown, NJ 08098?
For many programs in Woodstown, NJ 08098, 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 Woodstown, NJ 08098?
There is no single waiting list for Woodstown, NJ 08098. 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 Woodstown, NJ 08098?
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 Woodstown, NJ 08098. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Woodstown, NJ 08098?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Woodstown, NJ 08098, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Woodstown, NJ 08098 is $1,600 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 Woodstown, NJ 08098?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Woodstown, NJ 08098. 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 Woodstown, NJ 08098?
This page may still list buildings in Woodstown, NJ 08098 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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