Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Cranbury, NJ 08512
5 affordable buildings in 08512 · 18 more within 7 mi
Cranbury, NJ 08512 has 5 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit, 1 senior, and 1 usda rural. 18 more are listed within 7 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 08512
Village Senior Hsg
Park Place Circle, Cranbury, NJ 08512
20 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 08512 match this filter.
Nearby
Prospect Plains aka New Beginnings
233 Prospect Plains Rd, Monroe Township, NJ 08831
2.7 mi away
6 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
St. James Village
719 St. James PL, East Windsor, NJ 08520
2.8 mi away
110 units · 109 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Wyndhurst at Plainsboro
900 Wyndhurst Drive, Plainsboro Twp., NJ 08536
2.9 mi away
126 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Hightstown Homes
215 S Academy St, Hightstown, NJ 08520
3.7 mi away
100 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Hightstown Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Community Options
272 Dutch Neck Rd, East Windsor, NJ 08520
3.9 mi away
8 units · People with disabilities
Woodhaven at South Brunswick
1401 Jones Drive, South Brunswick Twp., NJ 08852
4.6 mi away
80 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
CIL WOODS Inc.
600 Woods Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
4.6 mi away
11 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Oak Woods Sr. Cit. Housing
700 Woods Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
4.6 mi away
74 units · 73 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
The Gables at West Windsor
996 Alexander Rd, Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
5.1 mi away
85 units · 84 income-restricted · 1 BR
Apartments at Montgomery
9 Hardwick Dr, Kendall Park, NJ 08824
5.9 mi away
86 units · 4 income-restricted · 1 BR
South Brunswick Mixed- Income
211 Henderson Road, South Brunswick Twp., NJ 08852
6.5 mi away
116 units · 87 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Woodhaven Terrace
100 Woodhaven Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
6.9 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Charleston Place Apartments
3424 Route 27, Kendall Park, NJ 08824
7.3 mi away
54 units · Studio–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 08512
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,250/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $90,000/yr
- Renters in 08512 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
Income limits (2026)
Middlesex-Somerset-Hunterdon, NJ area · median family income $154,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $32,550 | $54,200 | $80,200 |
| 2 | $37,200 | $61,950 | $91,700 |
| 3 | $41,850 | $69,700 | $103,150 |
| 4 | $46,450 | $77,400 | $114,600 |
| 5 | $50,200 | $83,600 | $123,800 |
| 6 | $53,900 | $89,800 | $132,950 |
| 7 | $57,600 | $96,000 | $142,150 |
| 8 | $61,350 | $102,200 | $151,300 |
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 | 08512 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,630 | $1,953 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,790 | $2,103 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,250 | $2,623 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,720 | $3,125 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,050 | $3,508 |
Wider area = Middlesex-Somerset-Hunterdon, NJ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,240 (08520) to $3,360 (08542).
Census figures for 08512 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,594. Median household income $118,587. 43% of homes are rented. 52% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 08512's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 08512Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Cranbury, NJ 08512?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Cranbury, NJ 08512, 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 Cranbury, NJ 08512 have openings?
These lists for Cranbury, NJ 08512 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 Cranbury, NJ 08512?
Use the phone number on each building card in Cranbury, NJ 08512. 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 Cranbury, NJ 08512?
In Cranbury, NJ 08512, 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 08512?
This directory lists 5 income-restricted buildings in Cranbury, NJ 08512. 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 08512?
Yes — this page also lists 18 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Cranbury, NJ 08512 (within about 7 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Cranbury, NJ 08512?
Most income-restricted buildings in Cranbury, NJ 08512 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 $54,200, and $77,400 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($80,200 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 Cranbury, NJ 08512?
For many programs in Cranbury, NJ 08512, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $54,200 a year for 1 person and $77,400 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $80,200 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 Cranbury, NJ 08512?
There is no single waiting list for Cranbury, NJ 08512. 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 Cranbury, NJ 08512?
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 tax-credit apartments in Cranbury, NJ 08512. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Cranbury, NJ 08512?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Cranbury, NJ 08512, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Cranbury, NJ 08512 is $2,250 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 Cranbury, NJ 08512?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Cranbury, NJ 08512. 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 Cranbury, NJ 08512?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Cranbury, NJ 08512. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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