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Housing Authority of the City of Orange

Name: Housing Authority of the City of Orange
Address: 340 Thomas Blvd, Orange, NJ, 07050, US
Telephone: 9736751250

340 Thomas Blvd, Orange, NJ, 07050

Information verified August 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 19 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Orange operates 1,003 units of public housing in Orange, NJ within Essex County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in the area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened June 10, 2026

Apply: Multiple

The Public Housing waiting list is currently open as of June 10, 2026, and is accepting applications with no announced deadline. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and income must be within HUD limits; families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals receive priority placement.

Last verified June 10, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The waiting list for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program is currently closed. Preferences previously included residency, homeless status, income targeting, military status, domestic violence, and 'move to work' initiatives; selected applicants were placed by random lottery based on preferences.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated August 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1003

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Orange, 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 Housing Authority of the City of Orange is typically 30% of household income or less.

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

Housing Authority of the City of Orange has a total of 1003 housing units.

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

Housing Authority of the City of Orange is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9736751250, 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.

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.

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

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.

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