How many low income apartments are in Montclair, NJ?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Montclair with approximately 558 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Montclair?

Tenant-paid rents in Montclair's assisted buildings typically range from about $424 to $641 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 Montclair?

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 Montclair?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Essex County: about $1,822/mo for one-bedroom and $2,205/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Montclair, NJ

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Montclair with roughly 558 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $424 to $641 per month.

assisted properties

558

subsidized units

$533

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Montclair

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Montclair

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
First Montclair House PB Section 8	130	$508	—
South End Gardens PB Section 8	99	$429	—
Union Gardens LIHTC	87	—	—
Union Montclair Housing Associates PB Section 8	70	$641	—
The Montclarion LIHTC	56	—	—
Union Gardens PB Section 8	55	$605	—
Pineridge of Montclair §202 Senior	47	$424	—
Grafton Avenue Apts. #366 LIHTC	14	—	—
999 Broad Phase I §811 PRA	0	—	—
Concord Street Ura, Lp §811 PRA	0	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Montclair (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
First Montclair House PB Section 8	130	$508	—
South End Gardens PB Section 8	99	$429	—
Union Montclair Housing Associates PB Section 8	70	$641	—
Union Gardens PB Section 8	55	$605	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Montclair

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
Union Gardens LIHTC	87	—	—
The Montclarion LIHTC	56	—	—
Grafton Avenue Apts. #366 LIHTC	14	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Essex County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Essex County: studio $1,612, 1-BR $1,822, 2-BR $2,205, 3-BR $2,761, 4-BR $3,137.

Full FMR table for Essex County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Montclair

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.