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Princeton Housing Authority

Name: Princeton Housing Authority
Address: 1 Redding Cir, Princeton, NJ, 08540, US
Telephone: 6099243448

1 Redding Cir, Princeton, NJ, 08540

Information verified October 2, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 11 hr ago

About This Property

Princeton Housing Authority provides public housing options in Princeton, NJ within Mercer County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority operates as a public housing agency serving the area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

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The PHA Family Waiting List is announced to open on September 23rd at 10 AM. For current status or position on the waiting list, call the office during normal business hours.

Last verified March 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

There are no current Section 8 (HCV) waiting lists for Princeton Housing Authority. The statewide New Jersey Section 8 waiting list is also closed and not scheduled to open soon.

Last verified March 6, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated October 2, 2026

Property Details

Fair Market Rent - Mercer 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	$1,354
1 Bedroom	$1,550
2 Bedroom	$1,998
3 Bedroom	$2,416
4 Bedroom	$2,661

Income Limits - Mercer County, NJ

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $22,450
Very Low (50%): $37,400
Low (80%): $55,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,650
Very Low (50%): $42,750
Low (80%): $63,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,850
Very Low (50%): $48,100
Low (80%): $71,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,050
Very Low (50%): $53,400
Low (80%): $79,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $34,650
Very Low (50%): $57,700
Low (80%): $86,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $37,200
Very Low (50%): $61,950
Low (80%): $92,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $66,250
Low (80%): $99,100

8 Persons

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

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$22,450	$37,400	$55,950
2 Persons	$25,650	$42,750	$63,950
3 Persons	$28,850	$48,100	$71,950
4 Persons	$32,050	$53,400	$79,900
5 Persons	$34,650	$57,700	$86,300
6 Persons	$37,200	$61,950	$92,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$66,250	$99,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$70,500	$105,500

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Mercer County, NJ is: $1354 (Studio), $1550 (1BR), $1998 (2BR), $2416 (3BR), $2661 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Princeton Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

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

For a 4-person household in Mercer County, NJ, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $32,050, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $53,400, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Princeton Housing Authority?+

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 Princeton Housing Authority?+

Princeton Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6099243448, 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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