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Madison Housing Authority

Name: Madison Housing Authority
Address: 24 Central Ave, Madison, NJ, 07940, US
Telephone: 9733770258

24 Central Ave, Madison, NJ, 07940

Information verified November 7, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 12 hr ago

About This Property

Madison Housing Authority provides 519 units of public housing in Madison, NJ in Morris County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed to new applications. The housing authority manages these affordable housing options for the community.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

This includes Family and Senior Affordable Housing properties, with the waitlist having closed after a lottery on December 8, 2023. MHA operates 134 units, including senior (62+) and family scattered-site units. Regional residency preference (Essex, Morris, Union, Warren Counties) and working preference apply.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

The Housing Choice Voucher waiting list last accepted applications in 2015. Preferences include residency in the Borough of Madison, working preference (at least one adult works 30+ hours/week or head of household is 62+/disabled), and lease-in-place preference.

Last verified February 13, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated November 7, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

519

Fair Market Rent - Morris 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 - Morris 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 Madison, NJ?+

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

How many units does Madison Housing Authority have?+

Madison Housing Authority has a total of 519 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Madison 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 Madison Housing Authority?+

Madison Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9733770258, 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 Morris County, NJ?+

For a 4-person household in Morris 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.

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