Low Income (LIHTC)

Spruce Gardens

85-105 BARCLAY STREET, Newark City, NJ, 7103

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About This Property

Spruce Gardens is an affordable housing community in Newark City, NJ that contains 105 low-income residential units. The property was placed in service in 2006 and continues to serve Essex County residents. Current management handles day-to-day operations at this multi-unit residential complex.

Property Details

Total Units

105

Fair Market Rent - Essex 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	$1,379
1 Bedroom	$1,590
2 Bedroom	$1,916
3 Bedroom	$2,424
4 Bedroom	$2,800

Income Limits - Essex County, NJ

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $22,550
Very Low (50%): $37,600
Low (80%): $55,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,800
Very Low (50%): $43,000
Low (80%): $63,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,000
Very Low (50%): $48,350
Low (80%): $71,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,200
Very Low (50%): $53,700
Low (80%): $79,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $34,800
Very Low (50%): $58,000
Low (80%): $86,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $37,400
Very Low (50%): $62,300
Low (80%): $92,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $66,600
Low (80%): $99,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $70,900
Low (80%): $105,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$22,550	$37,600	$55,950
2 Persons	$25,800	$43,000	$63,950
3 Persons	$29,000	$48,350	$71,950
4 Persons	$32,200	$53,700	$79,900
5 Persons	$34,800	$58,000	$86,300
6 Persons	$37,400	$62,300	$92,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$66,600	$99,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$70,900	$105,500

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

2006

Low-Income Units

105 / 105

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Essex County, NJ is: $1379 (Studio), $1590 (1BR), $1916 (2BR), $2424 (3BR), $2800 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Spruce Gardens is typically 30% of household income or less.

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

For a 4-person household in Essex County, NJ, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $32,200, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $53,700, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Who manages Spruce Gardens?+

Spruce Gardens is managed by . You can reach them at .

How do I apply for housing at Spruce Gardens?+

Spruce Gardens is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.

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