Straight and Narrow §811 Paterson, NJ
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Straight and Narrow is a Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities) community in Paterson, NJ with 23 units reporting 96% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $274/month on average.
23
total units
96%
occupancy
$274
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities) |
|---|---|
| Address | 394 Straight St, Paterson, NJ Map → |
| Average household income | $11,465/yr |
| Average personal income | $11,465/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 13% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 100% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Straight and Narrow
Section 811 PRAC: supportive housing for adults with disabilities, income-based rent with services.
- Call or visit the management office at 394 Straight St, Paterson; 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 (~$274/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Paterson Development #574 LIHTC | Paterson | 0.8 km |
| Paterson Hope 98 Urban Renewal LIHTCPB Section 8 | Paterson | 0.8 km |
| Paterson Hope 98 Urban Renewal #574 LIHTC | Paterson | 0.8 km |
| Greater Paterson Development LIHTC | Paterson City | 0.8 km |
| Christopher Columbus Homes #592 LIHTC | Paterson | 1.1 km |
| Christopher Columbus Homes LIHTC | Paterson City | 1.4 km |
| Incca Carroll St Houses Llc PB Section 8 | Paterson | 1.4 km |
| Madison Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | Paterson | 2 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Straight and Narrow have?
Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities). Section 811 PRAC: supportive housing for adults with disabilities, income-based rent with services.
How much is rent at Straight and Narrow?
Residents report average rents near $274/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 Straight and Narrow?
Contact the management office at 394 Straight St in Paterson. 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.