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Booker T Washington Apartments

Name: Booker T Washington Apartments
Address: 78 Fremont St, Jersey City, NJ, 07302, US
Telephone: 2017064638

78 Fremont St, Jersey City, NJ, 07302

Information verified August 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Booker T Washington Apartments is a public housing development in Jersey City, NJ that contains 36 units, with 35 designated as accessible units. Rent is $467 per month. The property serves residents in Hudson County.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Housing Authority City of Jersey City

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Opened July 18, 2022

Apply: Online

The Curries Woods - 3 New Heckman (Senior and Disabled, 2 and 3-Bedroom) Public Housing waiting list last accepted applications online starting July 18, 2022; there is no notice when this waiting list will reopen.

Last verified August 16, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The HCV Lottery is closed. Applications submitted in 2022 are still valid. The wait list is not expected to reopen soon.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated August 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Rent/Month

$467

Accessible Units

Fair Market Rent - Hudson 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	$1,993
1 Bedroom	$2,025
2 Bedroom	$2,299
3 Bedroom	$2,855
4 Bedroom	$3,183

Income Limits - Hudson County, NJ

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $21,750
Very Low (50%): $36,250
Low (80%): $58,000

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $24,850
Very Low (50%): $41,400
Low (80%): $66,250

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $27,950
Very Low (50%): $46,600
Low (80%): $74,550

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,050
Very Low (50%): $51,750
Low (80%): $82,800

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,550
Very Low (50%): $55,900
Low (80%): $89,450

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,050
Very Low (50%): $60,050
Low (80%): $96,050

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $64,200
Low (80%): $102,700

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $68,350
Low (80%): $109,300

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$21,750	$36,250	$58,000
2 Persons	$24,850	$41,400	$66,250
3 Persons	$27,950	$46,600	$74,550
4 Persons	$31,050	$51,750	$82,800
5 Persons	$33,550	$55,900	$89,450
6 Persons	$36,050	$60,050	$96,050
7 Persons	$40,120	$64,200	$102,700
8 Persons	$44,660	$68,350	$109,300

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent at Booker T Washington Apartments?+

The estimated rent at Booker T Washington Apartments is $467 per month. Actual rent may vary based on unit size, income level, and subsidy. Contact the property directly for current pricing.

How many units does Booker T Washington Apartments have?+

Booker T Washington Apartments has a total of 36 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Hudson County, NJ, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $31,050, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $51,750, Low Income (80% AMI): $82,800. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Booker T Washington Apartments?+

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 Booker T Washington Apartments?+

Booker T Washington Apartments is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 2017064638, 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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