Low Income (LIHTC)Waitlist Closed

Sojourner Douglass Homes #481

JEFFERSON & SUMMER STREETS, Paterson, NJ, 7501

Information verified July 26, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Sojourner Douglass Homes #481 is a 20-unit affordable housing property in Paterson, NJ that has been in service since 2012. The property is located in Passaic County and provides rental housing options for eligible residents. Interested parties can contact the property management for application information and availability.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Paterson Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The waiting list is currently closed. Admission preferences for Public Housing include residents who live and/or work in the City of Paterson, with selection based on a lottery system or the date and time of application.

Last verified July 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The waiting list is currently closed. Past openings involved a lottery system with a limited number of applications, and preferences for residents who live or work in Paterson, or grandparents with custodial rights of grandchildren.

Last verified June 2, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 25, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

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.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $23,000
Very Low (50%): $38,300
Low (80%): $57,700

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,250
Very Low (50%): $43,800
Low (80%): $65,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,550
Very Low (50%): $49,250
Low (80%): $74,200

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,800
Very Low (50%): $54,700
Low (80%): $82,400

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,450
Very Low (50%): $59,100
Low (80%): $89,000

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $38,050
Very Low (50%): $63,500
Low (80%): $95,600

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,700
Very Low (50%): $67,850
Low (80%): $102,200

8 Persons

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

Year Placed in Service

2012

LIHTC Credit Type

Low-Income Units

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Designations

Qualified Census Tract

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 Sojourner Douglass Homes #481 is typically 30% of household income or less.

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.

Is there a waitlist for Sojourner Douglass Homes #481?+

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.

Who manages Sojourner Douglass Homes #481?+

Sojourner Douglass Homes #481 is managed by . You can reach them at .

How do I apply for housing at Sojourner Douglass Homes #481?+

Sojourner Douglass Homes #481 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.

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