Lafayette, NJ Low Income Housing

Lafayette, NJ Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Lafayette, NJ

How do I qualify for low income housing in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, NJ

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, New Jersey - Sussex 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 Lafayette, NJ

Brookside Terrace - Newton

33 Mill Street B A 2-54 Brookside Ct
Newton, NJ - 07860
973-383-6080
Brookside Terrace is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Brookside Terrace for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Sussex County
Listing Location: 4.30 miles from Lafayette

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Newton Housing Authority NJ - Newton

32 Liberty Street
Newton, NJ - 07860
(973) 383-5191
Newton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD.There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Sussex County
Listing Location: 4.62 miles from Lafayette


Knoll Heights Village - Sparta

39 Trapasso Dr
Sparta, NJ - 7871
973-729-4311
Knoll Heights Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Knoll Heights Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Sussex County
Listing Location: 4.72 miles from Lafayette

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Concetta Towers - Franklin

75 Catlin Rd
Franklin, NJ - 07416
973-209-2808
Concetta Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Concetta Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Sussex County
Listing Location: 5.34 miles from Lafayette

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Community Hope Viii Consumer Home - Franklin

43 Butler Street
Franklin, NJ - 7416
973-463-9600
Community Hope Viii Consumer Home is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Community Hope Viii Consumer Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Sussex County
Listing Location: 6.20 miles from Lafayette

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Community Hope Vii Consumer Ho - Sussex

13 Overlook Drive
Sussex, NJ - 7461
973-463-9600
Community Hope Vii Consumer Ho is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Community Hope Vii Consumer Ho for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Sussex County
Listing Location: 8.58 miles from Lafayette

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Jefferson Chase - Affordable Senior Housing - Jefferson Township

5782 Berkshire Valley Rd.
Jefferson Township, NJ - 07438
(973) 208-6699
Jefferson Chase is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Jefferson Chase for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Sussex County
Listing Location: 10.55 miles from Lafayette

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Newbridge Hmc - Roxbury

58 Iroqouis Avenue
Roxbury, NJ - 7876
973-839-2520
Newbridge Hmc is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Newbridge Hmc for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Sussex County
Listing Location: 12.68 miles from Lafayette

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

The Willows at Roxbury - Landing

5 Burton Way
Landing, NJ - 07850
(973) 398-2326
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am - 4 pm **Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) affordable rental community, income restrictions apply** ...see full details
Sussex County
Listing Location: 12.91 miles from Lafayette


Community Hope Ii Consumer Hom - Roxbury

1 Kennedy Dr
Roxbury, NJ - 7836
973-463-9600
Community Hope Ii Consumer Hom is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Community Hope Ii Consumer Hom for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Sussex County
Listing Location: 15.55 miles from Lafayette

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Lafayette, 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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