How many low income apartments are in Dumont, NJ?

HUD administrative data tracks 4 subsidized properties in Dumont with approximately 134 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Dumont?

Tenant-paid rents in Dumont's assisted buildings typically range from about $419 to $419 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Dumont?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Dumont?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Bergen County: about $2,024/mo for one-bedroom and $2,324/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Dumont, NJ

There are 4 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Dumont with roughly 134 assisted units — including 0 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $419 to $419 per month.

assisted properties

134

subsidized units

$419

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Dumont

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Dumont

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
St. Marys Sr Residence §202 Senior	49	$419	—
Dumont Senior Housing LIHTC	40	—	—
Dumont Senior Housing #363 LIHTC	40	—	—
Advance Supportive Housing Ii §811	5	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Dumont

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Dumont Senior Housing LIHTC	40	—	—
Dumont Senior Housing #363 LIHTC	40	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Bergen County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Bergen County: studio $1,778, 1-BR $2,024, 2-BR $2,324, 3-BR $2,835, 4-BR $3,618.

Full FMR table for Bergen County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Dumont

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.