Community Enterprises Corporation
Freehold, New Jersey
Last Updated
23 hours ago
About Community Enterprises Corporation
Community Enterprises Corporation (HUD agency code NJ881) is the public housing agency serving Freehold, Monmouth County, New Jersey. It administers 140 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 7 waiting lists at this agency, covering Other, Supportive, HCV, Mainstream, PBV, Public Housing, RAD. As of Aug 12, 2026, 2 are open and 5 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the 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). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 13 status changes at this agency, most recently on Jul 22, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants must be over 18 years of age, considered low-income, and a present and/or past recipient of behavioral health services or other special needs; copies of social security card(s), birth certificate(s), and proof of disability are required.
Supportive & Transitional Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Mail, Fax
Additional Notes
Applicants must be over 18, low income, and have a diagnosed disability. Applications require copies of social security cards and birth certificates for all household members.
Other Programs
5 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.
This waiting list is for Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. Applicants or a household member must be low-income and a non-elderly person with disabilities.
Eligibility requires being low-income and a non-elderly person with disabilities; applicants were placed on the waiting list by the date and time their application was received.
The Project-Based Voucher (PBV) waiting list is currently closed. Information regarding future openings is not available on the provided pages.
Community Enterprises Corporation operates 90 units of affordable housing in Freehold, NJ.
The RAD waiting list is currently closed. Information regarding future openings is not available on the provided pages.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Community Enterprises Corporation portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Community Enterprises Corporation
Check Current Status
Community Enterprises Corporation currently has 2 open waiting lists (Other Programs, Supportive & Transitional Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Community Enterprises Corporation, 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 $68,400/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
Apply directly through the official Community Enterprises Corporation portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Community Enterprises Corporation, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Community Enterprises Corporation manages approximately 140 assisted housing units (140 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Freehold. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Community Enterprises Corporation
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Community Enterprises Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Freehold. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Supportive Supportive & Transitional Housing open
The Supportive & Transitional Housing program at Community Enterprises Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Freehold. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Community Enterprises Corporation 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 Freehold. This program serves approximately 140 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Community Enterprises Corporation are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Community Enterprises Corporation are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Freehold. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Community Enterprises Corporation are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Community Enterprises Corporation converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Freehold maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Community Enterprises Corporation Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Community Enterprises Corporation are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Monmouth-Ocean, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $68,400. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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 Community Enterprises Corporation — including across state lines.