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Housing Authority of the City of Camden

Name: Housing Authority of the City of Camden
Address: 2021 Watson St, Camden, NJ, 08105, US
Telephone: 8569682700

2021 Watson St, Camden, NJ, 08105

Information verified May 1, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 10 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Camden operates 3,357 units of public housing throughout Camden, New Jersey. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority provides rental assistance options for eligible residents in Camden County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The Public Housing Program waitlist is currently closed, with the last status change from open to closed on April 22, 2026.

Last verified April 22, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher Program has 1,444 housing choice vouchers and 239 project based vouchers.

Last verified April 11, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 1, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

3357

Fair Market Rent - Camden County, NJ

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,303
1 Bedroom	$1,451
2 Bedroom	$1,737
3 Bedroom	$2,100
4 Bedroom	$2,422

Income Limits - Camden County, NJ

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $19,850
Very Low (50%): $33,100
Low (80%): $52,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $22,700
Very Low (50%): $37,800
Low (80%): $60,500

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,550
Very Low (50%): $42,550
Low (80%): $68,050

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,350
Very Low (50%): $47,250
Low (80%): $75,600

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $51,050
Low (80%): $81,650

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $54,850
Low (80%): $87,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $58,600
Low (80%): $93,750

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $62,400
Low (80%): $99,800

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$19,850	$33,100	$52,950
2 Persons	$22,700	$37,800	$60,500
3 Persons	$25,550	$42,550	$68,050
4 Persons	$28,350	$47,250	$75,600
5 Persons	$31,040	$51,050	$81,650
6 Persons	$35,580	$54,850	$87,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$58,600	$93,750
8 Persons	$44,660	$62,400	$99,800

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Camden, NJ?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Camden County, NJ is: $1303 (Studio), $1451 (1BR), $1737 (2BR), $2100 (3BR), $2422 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Camden is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Camden have?+

Housing Authority of the City of Camden has a total of 3357 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Camden County, NJ?+

For a 4-person household in Camden County, NJ, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $28,350, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $47,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $75,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Camden?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Camden?+

Housing Authority of the City of Camden is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8569682700, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

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