Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Dorchester, NJ 08316
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 08316 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Dorchester, NJ 08316. 24 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 08316
The 20 closest of 24 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Arc Cape May Housing
22 Lomurno Lane, Woodbine, NJ 08270
6.3 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Liverpool South Port Norris
1761 Strawberry Ave, Port Norris, NJ 08349
6.6 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Woodbine Manor
201 Webster St, Woodbine, NJ 08270
6.7 mi away
102 units · 87 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Disabilities Resource
Airport Rd, Woodbine, NJ 08270
7 mi away
10 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Delsea Village #2241 (fka Delsea Village)
2223 S 2nd Street, Millville, NJ 08332
7.5 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Ferguson/Holly Berry Court
1100 Holly Berry Ln, Millville, NJ 08332
8.5 mi away
49 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Millville Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 26 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Glasstown Residence at River Park
324 S Second St, Millville, NJ 08332
9.3 mi away
73 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Millville Senior Housing
324 S 2nd Street, Millville City, NJ 08332
9.3 mi away
74 units · 73 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
207-209 South 2nd Street
207 South 2nd Street, Millville, NJ 08332
9.4 mi away
2 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
South Third Street
101 South Third Street, Millville, NJ 08332
9.5 mi away
6 units · 4 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
South Third Street #230
101 South 3rd Street 610-612 Third Dock St., Millville, NJ 08332
9.5 mi away
6 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Riverview East
130 S 2nd St, Millville, NJ 08332
9.5 mi away
110 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Millville Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 12 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Riverview West
100 Riverside Dr, Millville, NJ 08332
9.6 mi away
99 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Millville Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 9 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Millville Ha
122 E Main St Apt 511, Millville, NJ 08332
9.6 mi away
90 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Millville Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Maurice View Plaza
1 E Vine St, Millville, NJ 08332
9.9 mi away
29 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Millville Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 35 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 08316
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,740/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $69,600/yr
Income limits (2026)
Vineland, NJ area · median family income $89,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,500 | $34,150 | $54,600 |
| 2 | $23,400 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,900 | $70,200 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,750 | $78,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,650 | $84,250 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,550 | $90,500 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,450 | $96,750 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,350 | $103,000 |
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 | 08316 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,330 | $1,288 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,450 | $1,420 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,740 | $1,704 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,390 | $2,360 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,500 | $2,478 |
Wider area = Vineland, NJ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 11 nearby ZIPs range from $1,670 (08348) to $2,210 (08349).
Census figures for 08316 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $79,306. 0% 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 08316's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 08316Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Dorchester, NJ 08316?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Dorchester, NJ 08316, 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 Dorchester, NJ 08316 have openings?
These lists for Dorchester, NJ 08316 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 Dorchester, NJ 08316?
Use the phone number on each building card in Dorchester, NJ 08316. 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 Dorchester, NJ 08316?
In Dorchester, NJ 08316, 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 08316?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 08316 right now. 24 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 08316?
Yes — this page also lists 24 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Dorchester, NJ 08316 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Dorchester, NJ 08316?
Most income-restricted buildings in Dorchester, NJ 08316 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 $34,150, and $48,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,600 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 Dorchester, NJ 08316?
For many programs in Dorchester, NJ 08316, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,150 a year for 1 person and $48,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,600 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 Dorchester, NJ 08316?
There is no single waiting list for Dorchester, NJ 08316. 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 Dorchester, NJ 08316?
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 Dorchester, NJ 08316?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Dorchester, NJ 08316, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Dorchester, NJ 08316 is $1,740 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 Dorchester, NJ 08316?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Dorchester, NJ 08316. 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 Dorchester, NJ 08316?
This page may still list buildings in Dorchester, NJ 08316 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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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