
About This Property
Morristown Housing Authority operates 654 units of public housing in Morristown, New Jersey. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance through its housing programs for eligible residents in Morris County.
Waitlist Information
Only one application per household is accepted; duplicate applications are rejected.
Provides rental assistance to eligible US citizens or immigrants who are elderly, handicapped, disabled, families, and single-member households living or working in Morristown, NJ, based on income.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
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.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $22,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,600
- Low (80%)
- $55,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $25,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,000
- Low (80%)
- $63,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $29,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,350
- Low (80%)
- $71,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $32,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,700
- Low (80%)
- $79,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $34,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $58,000
- Low (80%)
- $86,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $37,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $62,300
- Low (80%)
- $92,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $66,600
- Low (80%)
- $99,100
- 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Morristown, 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 Morristown Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Morristown Housing Authority have?+
Morristown Housing Authority has a total of 654 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Morristown 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 Morristown Housing Authority?+
Morristown Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9735386343, 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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