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About Neptune Housing Authority
Neptune Housing Authority (PHA Code: NJ048) serves Neptune, Monmouth County, New Jersey. It manages approximately 623 assisted housing units, comprising 338 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 285 Public Housing units.
Currently, only the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) waitlist is open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist is closed, having recently changed from open to closed. The Public Housing waitlist is also closed, though its status was recently updated to "opening soon," indicating a potential future availability.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Monmouth-Ocean, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area is $68,400 per year. Applicants must meet this and other eligibility criteria to qualify for assistance through Neptune Housing Authority's programs.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 12, 2024
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for the Neptune City Housing Authority Senior Apartments, a Section 8 elderly property with efficiency and one-bedroom units, designated for applicants 62 years of age and older.
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.
Past openings accepted applications from elderly, disabled, single-member households, and families based on very low-income limits, with 150 available spots. Applicants must be 18 years or older.
Past openings for 1-Bedroom/Senior Apartments accepted elderly (62+) or disabled single/two-member households and were selected through a random lottery process. Other past openings accepted families with at least two members, also through a random lottery process.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Neptune Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Neptune Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Neptune Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (PBV). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Neptune 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 $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 Neptune Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Neptune Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Neptune Housing Authority manages approximately 623 assisted housing units (338 Section 8, 285 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Neptune. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Neptune Housing Authority
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Neptune Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Neptune. 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. The application window closes on June 15, 2025.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Neptune 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 Neptune. This program serves approximately 338 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 Neptune Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Neptune Housing Authority manages approximately 285 Public Housing units in Neptune. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Neptune Housing Authority?
Neptune Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Neptune Housing Authority 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 Neptune Housing Authority — including across state lines.