How many low income apartments are in Pennsauken, NJ?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Pennsauken with approximately 1,132 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Pennsauken?

Tenant-paid rents in Pennsauken's assisted buildings typically range from about $359 to $422 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 Pennsauken?

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 Pennsauken?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Camden County: about $1,520/mo for one-bedroom and $1,810/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Pennsauken, NJ

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Pennsauken with roughly 1,132 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $359 to $422 per month.

assisted properties

1,132

subsidized units

$391

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Pennsauken

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Pennsauken

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Sycamore Ridge LIHTC	308	—	—
Sycamore Ridge Apartments PB Section 8	303	$406	—
Pennsauken Senior Tower PB Section 8	100	$422	—
Riverfront Village at Pennsauken LIHTC	75	—	—
Stonegate at St. Stephens §202 Senior	75	$395	—
Lutheran Senior Residence §202 Senior	70	$359	—
Stonegate at Saint Stephen's Phase Ii LIHTC	68	—	—
Stonegate at Stephens Phase Ii LIHTC	68	—	—
Brittin Village LIHTC	65	—	—
Brittin Village §811 PRA	0	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Pennsauken (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
Sycamore Ridge Apartments PB Section 8	303	$406	—
Pennsauken Senior Tower PB Section 8	100	$422	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Pennsauken

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
Sycamore Ridge LIHTC	308	—	—
Riverfront Village at Pennsauken LIHTC	75	—	—
Stonegate at Saint Stephen's Phase Ii LIHTC	68	—	—
Stonegate at Stephens Phase Ii LIHTC	68	—	—
Brittin Village LIHTC	65	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Camden County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Camden County: studio $1,397, 1-BR $1,520, 2-BR $1,810, 3-BR $2,170, 4-BR $2,423.

Full FMR table for Camden County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Pennsauken

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.