Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Toms River, NJ 08755
8 affordable buildings in 08755 · 31 more within 8 mi
Toms River, NJ 08755 has 8 income-restricted buildings: 7 tax credit and 3 Section 8. 31 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 08755
Preferred Supportive Housing 2
37 Ridgewood Drive, Toms River, NJ 08755
4 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Hope's Crossing
1 Vans Way, Toms River, NJ 08755
124 units · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 08755 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 31 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Winteringham Village
1040 Route 166, Toms River, NJ 08753
2.6 mi away
183 units · 182 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Highland Plaza
91 Highland Pky, Toms River, NJ 08753
3.6 mi away
111 units · 110 income-restricted · 1 BR
Lakewood Plaza Section II
154A Dr. Martin Luther King Drive, Lakewood, NJ 08701
4.2 mi away
151 units · 137 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Lakewood Plaza I
202A-227A Center St., Lakewood, NJ 08701
5.1 mi away
98 units · 68 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Residential Resources
755 Cedar Bridge Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701
5.1 mi away
12 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Macedonia Senior Housing #524
144 John St, Lakewood, NJ 08701
5.2 mi away
50 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Lakewood Plaza II
154 a Dr. M. L. King Drive, Lakewood, NJ 08701
5.2 mi away
152 units · 151 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Chambersbridge Residence (Brick Senior Apartments)
175 Chambersbridge Road, Brick Twp., NJ 08723
5.4 mi away
183 units
Chambersbridge Residence (Brick Senior Apartments)
175 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick, NJ 08723
5.4 mi away
183 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Brick Special Needs Housing
1200 Nj-70, Brick, NJ 08723
5.7 mi away
36 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Brick Special Needs Housing #670
State Highway 70, Brick Township, NJ 08723
5.7 mi away
36 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Eleanor Levovitz Senior Citizens
500 Clifton AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
6 mi away
151 units · 150 income-restricted · 1 BR
Mill Creek Residence
191 Mill Creek RD, Bayville, NJ 08721
7.1 mi away
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 08755
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,060/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $82,400/yr
- Renters in 08755 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 55%
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 | 08755 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,510 | $1,671 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,670 | $1,847 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,060 | $2,283 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,640 | $2,927 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,920 | $3,241 |
Wider area = Monmouth-Ocean, NJ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,760 (08759) to $2,830 (08722).
Census figures for 08755 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,615. Median household income $87,575. 18% of homes are rented. 55% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 30% 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 08755's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 08755Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Toms River, NJ 08755?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Toms River, NJ 08755, 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 Toms River, NJ 08755 have openings?
These lists for Toms River, NJ 08755 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 Toms River, NJ 08755?
Use the phone number on each building card in Toms River, NJ 08755. 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 Toms River, NJ 08755?
In Toms River, NJ 08755, 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 08755?
This directory lists 8 income-restricted buildings in Toms River, NJ 08755. 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 08755?
Yes — this page also lists 31 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Toms River, NJ 08755 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Toms River, NJ 08755?
Most income-restricted buildings in Toms River, NJ 08755 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 Toms River, NJ 08755?
For many programs in Toms River, NJ 08755, 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 Toms River, NJ 08755?
There is no single waiting list for Toms River, NJ 08755. 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 Toms River, NJ 08755?
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 Toms River, NJ 08755. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Toms River, NJ 08755?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Toms River, NJ 08755, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Toms River, NJ 08755 is $2,060 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 Toms River, NJ 08755?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Toms River, NJ 08755. 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 Toms River, NJ 08755?
This page may still list buildings in Toms River, NJ 08755 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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