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About Edison Housing Authority
The Edison Housing Authority (EHA), located in Edison, Middlesex County, New Jersey (PHA Code: NJ043), manages approximately 540 assisted housing units. This total includes around 380 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units and 160 Public Housing units available to eligible low-income individuals and families.
The EHA administers both the HCV program and the Public Housing program. Currently, all waiting lists for both the Housing Choice Voucher program and the Public Housing program are closed. There is no specified timeframe for when these waiting lists may reopen.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Middlesex-Somerset-Hunterdon, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area is $76,700 per year. Potential applicants are advised to check directly with the housing authority for any future updates regarding waitlist openings.
Other Programs
2 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The waiting list last accepted Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher applications from June 19, 2023, until June 23, 2023, via an online application. Preferences included veterans and those who live or work in the Township of Edison. 600 selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery.
The Edison Housing Authority is not currently accepting public housing waiting list applications.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Edison Housing Authority directly at (908) 561-2525 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Edison Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Edison Housing Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Edison Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $76,700/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact Edison Housing Authority directly at (908) 561-2525 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Edison Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Edison Housing Authority manages approximately 540 assisted housing units (380 Section 8, 160 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Edison. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Edison Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Edison Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Edison. This program serves approximately 380 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Edison Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Edison Housing Authority manages approximately 160 Public Housing units in Edison. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
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Edison Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Edison Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Middlesex-Somerset-Hunterdon, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $76,700. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
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| 1 Person | $32,200 | $53,700 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $36,800 | $61,400 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $41,400 | $69,050 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $46,000 | $76,700 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $49,700 | $82,850 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $53,400 | $89,000 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $57,050 | $95,150 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $60,750 | $101,250 | $137,550 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Edison Housing Authority — including across state lines.