Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Plainsboro, NJ 08536
2 affordable buildings in 08536 · 29 more within 6 mi
Plainsboro, NJ 08536 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit. 29 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 08536
Wyndhurst at Plainsboro
900 Wyndhurst Drive, Plainsboro Twp., NJ 08536
126 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 08536 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 29 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
The Gables at West Windsor
996 Alexander Rd, Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
2.3 mi away
85 units · 84 income-restricted · 1 BR
Woodhaven at South Brunswick
1401 Jones Drive, South Brunswick Twp., NJ 08852
3.1 mi away
80 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Princeton Consumer Home
76 1/2 Linden Ln, Princeton, NJ 08540
3.7 mi away
3 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Village Senior Hsg
Park Place Circle, Cranbury, NJ 08512
4 mi away
20 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Freedom Village at West Windsor
Old Bear Road, West Windsor, NJ 08540
4 mi away
72 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Oak Woods Sr. Cit. Housing
700 Woods Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
4.1 mi away
74 units · 73 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
CIL WOODS Inc.
600 Woods Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
4.1 mi away
11 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Apartments at Montgomery
9 Hardwick Dr, Kendall Park, NJ 08824
4.3 mi away
86 units · 4 income-restricted · 1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 08536
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,720/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $108,800/yr
- Renters in 08536 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 31%
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 | 08536 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,030 | $1,953 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,180 | $2,103 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,720 | $2,623 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,240 | $3,125 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,640 | $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 08536 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,033. Median household income $137,607. 57% of homes are rented. 31% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 15% 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 08536's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 08536Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Plainsboro, NJ 08536?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Plainsboro, NJ 08536, 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 Plainsboro, NJ 08536 have openings?
These lists for Plainsboro, NJ 08536 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 Plainsboro, NJ 08536?
Use the phone number on each building card in Plainsboro, NJ 08536. 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 Plainsboro, NJ 08536?
In Plainsboro, NJ 08536, 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 08536?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Plainsboro, NJ 08536. 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 08536?
Yes — this page also lists 29 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Plainsboro, NJ 08536 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Plainsboro, NJ 08536?
Most income-restricted buildings in Plainsboro, NJ 08536 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 Plainsboro, NJ 08536?
For many programs in Plainsboro, NJ 08536, 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 Plainsboro, NJ 08536?
There is no single waiting list for Plainsboro, NJ 08536. 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 Plainsboro, NJ 08536?
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 Plainsboro, NJ 08536. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Plainsboro, NJ 08536?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Plainsboro, NJ 08536, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Plainsboro, NJ 08536 is $2,720 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 Plainsboro, NJ 08536?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Plainsboro, NJ 08536. 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 Plainsboro, NJ 08536?
This page may still list buildings in Plainsboro, NJ 08536 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; 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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