Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Jackson, NJ 08527
5 affordable buildings in 08527 · 32 more within 10 mi
Jackson, NJ 08527 has 5 income-restricted buildings: 5 tax credit. 32 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 08527
Westlake Mews #633
100 Muirfield Rd 8609 Part II No, Jackson, NJ 08527
149 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 08527 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 32 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Friendship Gardens
100 Friendship Gardens, Howell, NJ 07731
7.1 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Friendship Gardens #753
100 Friendship Gdns, Howell, NJ 07731
7.1 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Countryside Place
15 North American Drive, Howell Township, NJ 07731
7.3 mi away
180 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Eleanor Levovitz Senior Citizens
500 Clifton AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
7.6 mi away
151 units · 150 income-restricted · 1 BR
Heritage Village at Elton CORNER#699
895 Elton Adelphia Road, Freehold, NJ 07728
7.6 mi away
150 units · 1–2 BR
Bergerville Group Home
122 Bergerville Rd, West Freehold, NJ 07728
7.9 mi away
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Macedonia Senior Housing #524
144 John St, Lakewood, NJ 08701
7.9 mi away
50 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Tinton Woods
1086 Maxim Southard Rd, Howell Township, NJ 07731
7.9 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Lakewood Plaza II
154 a Dr. M. L. King Drive, Lakewood, NJ 08701
8 mi away
152 units · 151 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Lakewood Plaza I
202A-227A Center St., Lakewood, NJ 08701
8 mi away
98 units · 68 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Community Options Eleanor
74 Scenic Drive, Howell Township, NJ 07731
8.6 mi away
3 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
The Presbyterian Home at Howell, Inc
720 Route 9 S, Howell, NJ 07728
8.7 mi away
86 units · 85 income-restricted · 1 BR
Visions at Abescon Family
PO Box 286, Freehold, NJ 07728
9 mi away
24 units · 3 income-restricted · 1 BR
Residential Resources
755 Cedar Bridge Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701
9.3 mi away
12 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 08527
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,340/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $93,600/yr
- Renters in 08527 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 63%
Income limits (2026)
Monmouth-Ocean, NJ area · median family income $140,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $29,550 | $49,250 | $76,000 |
| 2 | $33,800 | $56,250 | $86,850 |
| 3 | $38,000 | $63,300 | $97,700 |
| 4 | $42,200 | $70,300 | $108,550 |
| 5 | $45,600 | $75,950 | $117,250 |
| 6 | $49,000 | $81,550 | $125,950 |
| 7 | $52,350 | $87,200 | $134,650 |
| 8 | $55,750 | $92,800 | $143,300 |
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 | 08527 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,710 | $1,671 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,890 | $1,847 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,340 | $2,283 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,000 | $2,927 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,320 | $3,241 |
Wider area = Monmouth-Ocean, NJ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $2,050 (08701) to $3,400 (08555).
Census figures for 08527 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,890. Median household income $115,487. 13% of homes are rented. 63% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 40% 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 08527's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 08527Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Jackson, NJ 08527?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Jackson, NJ 08527, 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 Jackson, NJ 08527 have openings?
These lists for Jackson, NJ 08527 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 Jackson, NJ 08527?
Use the phone number on each building card in Jackson, NJ 08527. 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 Jackson, NJ 08527?
In Jackson, NJ 08527, 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 08527?
This directory lists 5 income-restricted buildings in Jackson, NJ 08527. 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 08527?
Yes — this page also lists 32 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Jackson, NJ 08527 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Jackson, NJ 08527?
Most income-restricted buildings in Jackson, NJ 08527 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 $49,250, and $70,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($76,000 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 Jackson, NJ 08527?
For many programs in Jackson, NJ 08527, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $49,250 a year for 1 person and $70,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $76,000 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 Jackson, NJ 08527?
There is no single waiting list for Jackson, NJ 08527. 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 Jackson, NJ 08527?
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 Jackson, NJ 08527. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Jackson, NJ 08527?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Jackson, NJ 08527, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Jackson, NJ 08527 is $2,340 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 Jackson, NJ 08527?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Jackson, NJ 08527. 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 Jackson, NJ 08527?
This page may still list buildings in Jackson, NJ 08527 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; 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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