Highland Park Housing Authority
Highland Park, New Jersey
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About Highland Park Housing Authority
The Highland Park Housing Authority (PHA Code: NJ044) is located in Highland Park, Middlesex County, New Jersey. This authority manages approximately 273 assisted housing units, primarily utilizing Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, the Public Housing program is open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), and RAD programs are presently closed. These statuses reflect recent changes, with Public Housing transitioning from closed to open, and the RAD program changing from open to closed.
Applicants should be aware of income limits. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Middlesex-Somerset-Hunterdon, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area is $76,700 per year.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Preferences include 5 points for Highland Park residents and 1 point for veterans or spouses with an honorable discharge; head of household must be 62 years of age or older or disabled.
Other Programs
4 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 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed; future openings are announced periodically by advertisement in The Home News Tribune.
The Mainstream waiting list is currently closed. Information regarding future openings is not available on the provided page.
The Project-Based Voucher (PBV) waiting list is currently closed. Information regarding future openings is not available on the provided page.
The RAD waiting list is currently closed. Information regarding future openings is not available on the provided page.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Highland Park Housing Authority directly at (732) 572-4420 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 Highland Park Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Highland Park Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Highland Park 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 Highland Park Housing Authority directly at (732) 572-4420 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 Highland Park Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Highland Park Housing Authority manages approximately 273 assisted housing units (273 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Highland Park. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Highland Park Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Highland Park Housing Authority 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.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Highland Park 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 Highland Park. This program serves approximately 273 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 Highland Park Housing Authority 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 closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Highland Park Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Highland Park. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Highland Park Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Highland Park maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Highland Park Housing Authority?
Highland Park Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Highland Park 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Highland Park Housing Authority — including across state lines.