About This Property
Hamilton Square offers 68 low-income apartments in Paterson City, New Jersey, with a unit mix of six one-bedroom, fifty-five two-bedroom, and seven three-bedroom homes. The property has been in service since 2012 and is managed by experienced affordable housing professionals. Residents have access to a range of apartment sizes to accommodate different household compositions.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Paterson Housing Authority
No current waiting list status information found; contact the PHA at (973) 345-5080 for more details. Applicants must meet income limits and other criteria.
Admission procedures are identified in the Admission and Continued Occupancy Policy. Admission preferences are for residents who live and/or work in the City of Paterson. The deciding factor, if everything else is equal, will be the date and time of receiving the application and/or through a controlled lottery system. Extensions are given on a standard 60-day period to search for a unit.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 18, 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 |
Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Paterson, 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 Hamilton Square is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Hamilton Square?+
Hamilton Square offers the following unit types: 6 One-Bedroom, 55 Two-Bedroom, 7 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 68 units.
How do I apply for housing at Hamilton Square?+
Hamilton Square is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
Who manages Hamilton Square?+
Hamilton Square is managed by . You can reach them at .
What is the price range for apartments in Paterson, NJ?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Passaic County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1645, 2-bedroom: $1892, 3-bedroom: $2342. Actual rent at Hamilton Square may be lower for income-eligible households.
Is there a waitlist for Hamilton Square?+
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.
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.
Walk Score
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Nearby Schools
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