Al Gomer Residence PB Section 8 South Orange, NJ
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Al Gomer Residence is a Project-Based Section 8 community in South Orange, NJ with 65 units reporting 97% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $432/month on average.
65
total units
97%
occupancy
$432
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 219 S Orange Ave, South Orange, NJ Map → |
| Average household income | $19,366/yr |
| Average personal income | $17,963/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 5% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 84% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Al Gomer Residence
Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
- Call or visit the management office at 219 S Orange Ave, South Orange; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$432/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in South Orange
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's Villa PB Section 8 | Newark | 1.7 km |
| Oakwood Towers LIHTC | Orange | 2 km |
| Oakwood Towers PB Section 8 | Orange | 2 km |
| Bradley Court LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing | Newark | 2.5 km |
| Camptown Gardens Public Housing | Irvington | 3.7 km |
| The Pavilion LIHTC | East Orange | 4 km |
| The Pavillion LIHTC | East Orange | 4 km |
| Washington Manor Public Housing | Orange | 4.2 km |
← All subsidized housing in South Orange
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Al Gomer Residence have?
Project-Based Section 8. Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
How much is rent at Al Gomer Residence?
Residents report average rents near $432/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Al Gomer Residence?
Contact the management office at 219 S Orange Ave in South Orange. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.