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About Perth Amboy Housing Authority
The Perth Amboy Housing Authority (PAHA) provides housing assistance in Perth Amboy, Middlesex County, New Jersey. PAHA manages approximately 1,501 assisted housing units, primarily comprising Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. The authority also administers Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs.
All waiting lists for PAHA's housing programs are currently closed and are not accepting new applications. This includes the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing, and RAD program waiting lists. For reference, the current Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Middlesex-Somerset-Hunterdon, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area is $76,700 annually. Applicants interested in future openings should monitor for updates, as there is no opportunity to apply at this time.
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 Housing Authority of the City of Perth Amboy does not anticipate opening its waiting list at this time. If and when the HAPA opens the waiting list notice will be sent to the local newspapers and various agencies within the City of Perth Amboy will also be notified when waiting list is opened. Local preferences include priority for eligible senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and families engaged in self-sufficiency training, employment, or displaced by HAPA related activities.
The waiting list for Hansen RAD Project-Based Voucher efficiency units is currently closed. When previously open, it accepted up to 100 online applications with preferences for U.S. Veterans and Perth Amboy residents meeting specific age/disability and 1-person household requirements.
Waiting lists for Dunlap RAD and Hansen RAD, which are project-based voucher units under Public Housing, are currently closed.
For Hansen RAD one-bedroom units; preferences for US Veterans (head/spouse 62+ or 18+ and disabled) and Perth Amboy residents (head/spouse 62+ or 18+ and disabled); 2-person household limit.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Perth Amboy Housing Authority directly at (732) 826-3110 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 Perth Amboy Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 4 waiting lists at Perth Amboy 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 Perth Amboy 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 Perth Amboy Housing Authority directly at (732) 826-3110 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 Perth Amboy Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Perth Amboy Housing Authority manages approximately 1,501 assisted housing units (1,501 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Perth Amboy. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Perth Amboy Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Perth Amboy 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 Perth Amboy. This program serves approximately 1,501 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Perth Amboy Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Perth Amboy. 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 Perth Amboy 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Perth Amboy Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Perth Amboy 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 Perth Amboy Housing Authority?
Perth Amboy Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Perth Amboy 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 Perth Amboy Housing Authority — including across state lines.