How many low income apartments are in Egg Harbor Twp, NJ?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Egg Harbor Twp with approximately 550 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Egg Harbor Twp?

Most assisted households in Egg Harbor Twp pay roughly 30% of adjusted income toward rent under federal programs.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Egg Harbor Twp?

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 Egg Harbor Twp?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Atlantic County: about $1,537/mo for one-bedroom and $1,867/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Egg Harbor Twp, NJ

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Egg Harbor Twp with roughly 550 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data.

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Map of subsidized housing in Egg Harbor Twp

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Egg Harbor Twp

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Black Horse Assisted Living #1859 LIHTCPB Section 8	159	—	—
Penny Point Park LIHTC	152	—	—
Egg Harbor Ii LIHTC	100	—	—
Egg Harbor Family LIHTC	75	—	—
Egg Harbor Township Family Phase 2 LIHTC	60	—	—
Caring Homes 2007 - Ridge Avenue §811	4	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Egg Harbor Twp (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Black Horse Assisted Living #1859 LIHTCPB Section 8	159	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Egg Harbor Twp

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
Penny Point Park LIHTC	152	—	—
Egg Harbor Ii LIHTC	100	—	—
Egg Harbor Family LIHTC	75	—	—
Egg Harbor Township Family Phase 2 LIHTC	60	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Atlantic County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Atlantic County: studio $1,346, 1-BR $1,537, 2-BR $1,867, 3-BR $2,586, 4-BR $2,851.

Full FMR table for Atlantic County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Egg Harbor Twp

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.