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About Berkeley Housing Authority
The Berkeley Housing Authority, located in Bayville, Ocean County, New Jersey (PHA Code: NJ056), manages approximately 99 assisted housing units. These units are primarily supported by 99 Housing Choice Vouchers.
The authority offers assistance through its Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program, and Public Housing program. All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed and are not accepting new applications.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Monmouth-Ocean, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area, which includes Bayville, is $68,400 per year. Applicants must meet specific income criteria when lists are open.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 17, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Accepting 50 preliminary applications for Project Based Housing Program (efficiency or 1 bedroom only) at Brian Kehoe location for individuals 55 years or older or permanently disabled. Also accepting applications for 1 bedroom availability at 235 Magnolia Avenue. Applications close after 50 qualified applicants are received. Preferences include Veteran status, involuntary displacement, permanent disability, victim of domestic violence, and living or working in Berkeley Township. Income limits apply: 1 person – $47,900, 2 people – $54,750.
View original notice — berkeleytwphousing.orgOther 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.
The Section 8 Certificate and Voucher Program is currently not taking any applications, and the waiting list is closed.
Preferences include veterans, involuntary displacement from natural disaster, permanently disabled, victims of domestic violence, and living or working in Berkeley Township. Income limits apply.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Berkeley Housing Authority directly at (732) 269-2312 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 Berkeley Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Berkeley 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 Berkeley 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
Contact Berkeley Housing Authority directly at (732) 269-2312 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 Berkeley Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Berkeley Housing Authority manages approximately 99 assisted housing units (99 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Bayville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Berkeley Housing Authority
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Berkeley Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Bayville. 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.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Berkeley 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 Bayville. This program serves approximately 99 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 Berkeley 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Berkeley Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Berkeley 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 Berkeley Housing Authority — including across state lines.