About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Passaic operates 2,527 units of public housing in Passaic, New Jersey. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides affordable housing options to eligible residents in Passaic County.
Waitlist Information
Specific public housing waiting lists, such as Alfred Speer Village (AMP I) for 4-bedroom, and 2 and 3-bedroom apartments, were last open in 2025 and 2024 respectively; preferences included Passaic Resident Veterans, Passaic Resident and not a Veteran, and Working in the City of Passaic.
Preferences included Passaic Resident Veteran, Passaic Resident and not a Veteran, and Working in the City of Passaic; selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery or date and time the application was received, weighed by preferences.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated June 21, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Passaic 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 | $1,400 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,645 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,892 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,342 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,946 |
Income Limits - Passaic County, NJ
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,300
- Low (80%)
- $57,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,800
- Low (80%)
- $65,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $29,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $49,250
- Low (80%)
- $74,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $32,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $54,700
- Low (80%)
- $82,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,100
- Low (80%)
- $89,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $38,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $63,500
- Low (80%)
- $95,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $67,850
- Low (80%)
- $102,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $72,250
- Low (80%)
- $108,800
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $23,000 | $38,300 | $57,700 |
| 2 Persons | $26,250 | $43,800 | $65,950 |
| 3 Persons | $29,550 | $49,250 | $74,200 |
| 4 Persons | $32,800 | $54,700 | $82,400 |
| 5 Persons | $35,450 | $59,100 | $89,000 |
| 6 Persons | $38,050 | $63,500 | $95,600 |
| 7 Persons | $40,700 | $67,850 | $102,200 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $72,250 | $108,800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Passaic, NJ?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Passaic County, NJ is: $1400 (Studio), $1645 (1BR), $1892 (2BR), $2342 (3BR), $2946 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Passaic is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Passaic have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Passaic has a total of 2527 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Passaic?+
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 Housing Authority of the City of Passaic?+
Housing Authority of the City of Passaic is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9733656330, 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 Passaic County, NJ?+
For a 4-person household in Passaic County, NJ, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $32,800, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $54,700, Low Income (80% AMI): $82,400. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Contact Information
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