Livingston, NJ Low Income Housing

Livingston, NJ Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Livingston, NJ

How do I qualify for low income housing in Livingston, NJ?
To qualify for low income housing in New Jersey, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Livingston, NJ

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Livingston, NJ, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Livingston, NJ. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Livingston, New Jersey - Essex County

Studio Apartments $1,338
One Bedroom Apartments $1,606
Two Bedroom Apartments $2,038
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,394

List of Low Income Housing in or near Livingston, NJ

Daughters Of Israel - West Orange

750 Northfield Ave
West Orange, NJ - 07052
973-731-2020
Daughters Of Israel is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Daughters Of Israel for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Essex County
Listing Location: 1.54 miles from Livingston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Arc West Caldwell Group Home - West Caldwell

21 Beechtree Rd
West Caldwell, NJ - 07006
201-783-9622
Arc West Caldwell Group Home is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Arc West Caldwell Group Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Essex County
Listing Location: 3.43 miles from Livingston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Woodland Valley - Affordable Senior Housing - West Orange

115 Woodland Avenue
West Orange, NJ - 07052
(973) 736-6802
Woodland Valley is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Woodland Valley for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities: Emergency Call System Service Coordinator Elevator Community/Game Room ...see full details
Essex County
Listing Location: 3.78 miles from Livingston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

South Orange Consumer Home - South Orange Villag Township

353 Vose Ave
South Orange Villag Township, NJ - 07079
(732) 866-4330
South Orange Consumer Home is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact South Orange Consumer Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Essex County
Listing Location: 3.80 miles from Livingston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

West Orange Senior Citizens Housing - West Orange

10 Gaston St
West Orange, NJ - 07052
973-736-3130
West Orange Senior Citizens Housing is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact West Orange Senior Citizens Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Essex County
Listing Location: 3.84 miles from Livingston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Marian Manor Apartments - Caldwell

7 Ashland St
Caldwell, NJ - 07006
973-226-3433
Marian Manor Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Marian Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Essex County
Listing Location: 4.16 miles from Livingston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Al Gomer Residence - South Orange

219 South Orange Ave
South Orange, NJ - 07079
(973)761-4602
Al Gomer Residence is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Al Gomer Residence for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Essex County
Listing Location: 4.19 miles from Livingston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

James A. Degnan House - West Orange

430 Main St
West Orange, NJ - 07052
(201) 731-9714
James A. Degnan House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact James A. Degnan House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Essex County
Listing Location: 4.23 miles from Livingston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Project Live Vii Consumer Home - South Orange Village

255 Gardner Ave
South Orange Village, NJ - 07079
(973) 481-1211
Project Live Vii Consumer Home is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Project Live Vii Consumer Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Essex County
Listing Location: 4.28 miles from Livingston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Salem Towers - Orange

98 High St
Orange, NJ - 07050
(856) 596-0500
Salem Towers offers low income units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Essex County
Listing Location: 4.36 miles from Livingston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Livingston, NJ

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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