Public HousingWaitlist Open

Morris County Housing

39 Green Pond Rd, Rockaway, NJ, 07866

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

About This Property

Morris County Housing consists of 7 units in Rockaway, NJ and serves as a public housing development. All units are designed as accessible housing. The property provides rental housing options in Morris County.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Morris County Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

The Morris County Housing Authority is currently accepting Family Public Housing and Senior Public Housing waiting list applications until further notice. Preferences include persons who live, work, or attend school locally, and the elderly. The waiting list is approximately 3 years for applicants with at least two preferences. Online applications are strongly encouraged, with mail-in applications available as a reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities and senior citizens only.

Last verified February 13, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. It was last open for three days in September 2018, and there is no notice of when this waiting list will reopen. When previously open, preferences included living, working, or attending school locally, being working/employed, or disabled.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

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 Rockaway, 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 Morris County Housing is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Morris County Housing have?+

Morris County Housing has a total of 7 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Morris County Housing?+

Morris County Housing is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 9735400389, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Morris County Housing?+

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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