Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Lakewood, NJ 08701
9 affordable buildings in 08701 · 26 more within 9 mi
Lakewood, NJ 08701 has 9 income-restricted buildings: 5 tax credit, 5 Section 8, and 2 senior. 26 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 08701
Lakewood Plaza II
154 a Dr. M. L. King Drive, Lakewood, NJ 08701
152 units · 151 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Eleanor Levovitz Senior Citizens
500 Clifton AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
151 units · 150 income-restricted · 1 BR
Residential Resources
755 Cedar Bridge Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701
12 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Lakewood Plaza Section II
154A Dr. Martin Luther King Drive, Lakewood, NJ 08701
151 units · 137 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Macedonia Senior Housing #524
144 John St, Lakewood, NJ 08701
50 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 08701 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 26 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Chambersbridge Residence (Brick Senior Apartments)
175 Chambersbridge Road, Brick Twp., NJ 08723
2.6 mi away
183 units
Chambersbridge Residence (Brick Senior Apartments)
175 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick, NJ 08723
2.6 mi away
183 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Tinton Woods
1086 Maxim Southard Rd, Howell Township, NJ 07731
3.1 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Hope's Crossing
1 Vans Way, Toms River, NJ 08755
3.5 mi away
124 units · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Friendship Gardens
100 Friendship Gardens, Howell, NJ 07731
4.6 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Friendship Gardens #753
100 Friendship Gdns, Howell, NJ 07731
4.6 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Community Options Eleanor
74 Scenic Drive, Howell Township, NJ 07731
5 mi away
3 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Brick Special Needs Housing
1200 Nj-70, Brick, NJ 08723
5.4 mi away
36 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Brick Special Needs Housing #670
State Highway 70, Brick Township, NJ 08723
5.4 mi away
36 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 08701
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,050/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $82,000/yr
- Renters in 08701 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 67%
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 | 08701 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,500 | $1,671 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,660 | $1,847 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,050 | $2,283 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,630 | $2,927 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,910 | $3,241 |
Wider area = Monmouth-Ocean, NJ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,060 (08755) to $3,380 (08730).
Census figures for 08701 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,774. Median household income $64,959. 48% of homes are rented. 67% 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 08701's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 08701Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Lakewood, NJ 08701?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Lakewood, NJ 08701, 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 Lakewood, NJ 08701 have openings?
These lists for Lakewood, NJ 08701 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 Lakewood, NJ 08701?
Use the phone number on each building card in Lakewood, NJ 08701. 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 Lakewood, NJ 08701?
In Lakewood, NJ 08701, 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 08701?
This directory lists 9 income-restricted buildings in Lakewood, NJ 08701. 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 08701?
Yes — this page also lists 26 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Lakewood, NJ 08701 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lakewood, NJ 08701?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lakewood, NJ 08701 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 Lakewood, NJ 08701?
For many programs in Lakewood, NJ 08701, 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 Lakewood, NJ 08701?
There is no single waiting list for Lakewood, NJ 08701. 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 Lakewood, NJ 08701?
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 Lakewood, NJ 08701. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Lakewood, NJ 08701?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lakewood, NJ 08701, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lakewood, NJ 08701 is $2,050 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 Lakewood, NJ 08701?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Lakewood, NJ 08701. 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 Lakewood, NJ 08701?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Lakewood, NJ 08701. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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