Section 8 & Public Housing Waiting Lists in Freehold, New Jersey
There are 5 open waiting lists in the Freehold area right now. Section 8 Waitlist monitors 4 housing authorities serving Freehold, New Jersey and updates statuses nightly. Below you will find every PHA in the area with current waitlist status, program types, and direct application links.
If no lists are currently open in Freehold, we recommend applying to nearby cities as well. There is no limit to the number of waiting lists you can join, and many housing authorities accept applications from non-residents.
Affordable Housing in Freehold, New Jersey
Freehold, New Jersey is served by 4 housing authorities offering federal rental assistance through Section 8 and Public Housing programs. Right now, 5 waiting lists are accepting applications in the Freehold area. There are also 158 open waitlists within 50 miles that accept applications from non-residents.
Housing programs available in Freehold include Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, Mainstream, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), RAD.
Latest Opening
Collaborative Support Programs of opened its Housing Supports Program waitlist .
About Housing in Freehold, New Jersey
Federal rental assistance in Freehold, Monmouth County is administered by 4 housing authorities: Collaborative Support Programs of, Community Enterprises Corporation, Freehold Housing Authority and Monmouth County PHA. Together they administer roughly 2,277 assisted housing units — 85 public housing units and 2,192 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 33 waiting lists across these agencies. As of Apr 22, 2026, 5 are accepting applications. Another 158 open lists are within 50 miles; most agencies accept applications from non-residents.
HUD sets income eligibility for this area as Monmouth-Ocean, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $68,400 per year, and as Low Income at or below $104,200 (HUD FY2025 limits).
Housing Authorities in Freehold
Collaborative Support Programs of
Freehold, New Jersey · NJ880
Community Enterprises Corporation
Freehold, New Jersey · NJ881
Freehold Housing Authority
Freehold, New Jersey · NJ069
Monmouth County PHA
Freehold, New Jersey · NJ095
How to Apply for Section 8 in Freehold
To apply for housing assistance in Freehold, New Jersey, submit an application directly to one of the 4 housing authorities serving the Freehold area (listed above). Right now, 5 waiting lists are accepting applications — apply as soon as possible, as open enrollment periods can close with short notice. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Before applying, gather the following documents for all household members: government-issued photo ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit statements), and proof of current address. For a family of four in this area, income must be below $68,400/year (Very Low Income threshold) to qualify for most programs. Having these ready before a waitlist opens can be the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Housing programs available in Freehold include Supportive Housing Program, Other, Housing Supports Program, Supportive Housing, Mainstream, RAD, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Public Housing, Other (Supportive Housing), Continuum of Care, HOPWA, HOME, Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA), Continuum of Care Vouchers, Family Self-Sufficiency Program, HOME Vouchers. Applying to multiple program types simultaneously improves your chances of receiving assistance. After submitting, you will be placed on the waiting list based on the date of your application and any applicable preferences (veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents).
Freehold, New Jersey Section 8 Income Limits
To qualify for Section 8 or Public Housing in Freehold, New Jersey, your household income must fall within HUD's income limits for the Monmouth-Ocean, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area area. A family of four must earn less than $68,400 per year (Very Low Income) to be eligible for most programs. The area median family income is $136,800.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $28,750 | $47,900 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $32,850 | $54,750 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $36,950 | $61,600 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $41,050 | $68,400 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $44,350 | $73,900 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $47,650 | $79,350 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $50,950 | $84,850 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $54,200 | $90,300 | $137,550 |
How do income limits affect my eligibility?
Housing authorities in Freehold use these income limits to determine who qualifies for rental assistance. Your total household income before taxes is compared against the limit for your household size.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — Most Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and Public Housing programs require your income to be at or below this level. This is the primary eligibility threshold.
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households at this level often receive priority on waiting lists. By law, housing authorities must allocate a portion of vouchers to extremely low-income families.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and locally funded initiatives, accept applicants up to this threshold. Contact individual housing authorities below for their specific requirements.
Nearby Cities with Housing Authorities
Applying to nearby cities increases your chances of receiving assistance sooner. These cities are within 75 miles of Freehold and have active housing programs.