Are you searching for a 2 bedroom Section 8 or HUD-assisted rental in Dayton, New Jersey? This page lists properties first, then explains how renting a 2 bedroom section 8 house in Dayton, New Jersey works.
Our listing data shows about 645 assisted 2-bedroom units at 26 properties in or near Dayton, New Jersey. That counts units at each property, not current openings, so ask each property what is available.
Also see 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom listings, or all Section 8 and HUD-assisted listings for Dayton, New Jersey.
2 Bedroom Section 8 and HUD-Assisted Rentals List
We list 27 Section 8 or HUD-assisted properties in or near Dayton, New Jersey for this bedroom size, including 1 with no 2-bedroom count on record. A listing isn't a current vacancy or a house for rent, and our data doesn't show whether a property accepts vouchers. Ask each property whether it has openings, how to apply, and whether it accepts vouchers. Your share of the rent usually depends on your income. We have partnered so you can also check your eligibility.
New Jersey Housing Mortgage Finance Agency
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 0
Address :
637 S Clinton Ave,
Trenton, NJ 08611.
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Aberdeen Family Residences
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 5
Address :
100 Church Street,
Matawan, NJ 07747.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 3
- 2 Bedroom: 2
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- Aberdeen Family Housing, LP
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: emartoglio@rpmdev.com
- Phone: 973-744-5410
Bellevue Plaza Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 75
Address :
447 BELLEVUE AVE,
Trenton, NJ 08618.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 43
- 2 Bedroom: 32
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- Bellevue Plaza Associates
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: slhofing@yahoo.com
- Phone: 609-392-0092
Brunswick Village Limited Partnership
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 72
Address :
833 BRUNSWICK AVE,
Trenton, NJ 08638.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 49
- 2 Bedroom: 20
- 3 Bedroom: 3
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- Brunswick Village Limited Partnership
- Limited Dividend
Owner Contact:
- Email: mweinroth@weinrothllc.com
- Phone: 609-538-0900
Architects Housing
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 123
Address :
215 E FRONT ST,
Trenton, NJ 08611.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 122
- 2 Bedroom: 1
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- ARCHITECTS HOUSING CO. 1
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: ahc215@aol.com
- Phone: 609-924-6695
Leonard Building
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 11
Address :
341 BELLEVUE AVE,
Trenton, NJ 08618.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 0
- 2 Bedroom: 11
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- SERV CENTERS HOUSING CORPORATION, INC.
- Non-Profit
Owner Contact:
- Email: ataylor@servbhs.org
- Phone: (609) 662-3061
Metuchen Senior Citizens
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 122
Address :
35 LINCOLN AVE,
Metuchen, NJ 08840.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 43
- 1 Bedroom: 76
- 2 Bedroom: 3
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- HVRS Metuchen Preservation LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: andrew@hvpg.com
- Phone: 917-398-4100
Community House
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 6
Address :
124 Bentley Ave,
Old Bridge, NJ 08857.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 4
- 2 Bedroom: 2
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- Catholic Charities Diocese of Metuchen
- Non-Profit
Owner Contact:
- Email: jcoto@ccdom.org
- Phone: 732-324-8200
New Brunswick Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 24
Address :
33 COMMERCIAL AVE,
New Brunswick, NJ 08901.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 13
- 2 Bedroom: 7
- 3 Bedroom: 4
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- New Brunswick Apartments, LLC
- Limited Dividend
Owner Contact:
- Email: bparadis@thesilverstreetgroup.com
- Phone: 207-780-9800
Old Bridge Rotary Sr. Cit.
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 203
Address :
100 TICETOWN RD,
Old Bridge, NJ 08857.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 48
- 1 Bedroom: 146
- 2 Bedroom: 9
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- HVRS Old Bridge Preservation LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: andrew@hvpg.com
- Phone: 917-398-4100
Fulton Gardens
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 51
Address :
280 FULTON ST,
New Brunswick, NJ 08901.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 24
- 2 Bedroom: 27
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- Fulton Partners, LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: mwieder@radiantprop.com
- Phone: 9732821100
Lakeview At Sayreville
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 300
Address :
ONE KULAS LANE,
Parlin, NJ 08859.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 220
- 2 Bedroom: 50
- 3 Bedroom: 30
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- Lakeview Developers, Limited
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: elsie@associatemang.com
- Phone: 201-592-9020
Martin Gerber Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 205
Address :
550 REMSEN AVE,
North Brunswick, NJ 08902.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 6
- 1 Bedroom: 192
- 2 Bedroom: 7
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- NORTH BRUNSWICK UAW HOUSING CORP.
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: dantonellis@rnhousing.org
- Phone: 732-640-2088
Charleston Place Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 54
Address :
3424 ROUTE 27,
Kendall Park, NJ 08824.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 7
- 1 Bedroom: 40
- 2 Bedroom: 7
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- South Brunswick Community Development Corp
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: sbcdc3424@aol.com
- Phone: (732) 297-7966
North 25
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 232
Address :
260 N Willow ST,
Trenton, NJ 08618.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 145
- 2 Bedroom: 38
- 3 Bedroom: 30
- 4 Bedroom: 19
Owner Name :
- North 25 Urban Renewal Preservation LP
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: bcoles@communityrealtymanagement.com
- Phone: 609-278-9836
Menlo Manor
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 239
Address :
1061 INMAN AVE,
Edison, NJ 08820.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 20
- 1 Bedroom: 200
- 2 Bedroom: 19
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- Menlo Preservation Associates Limited Partnership
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: lisaspragens@gmail.com
- Phone: 949-396-4915
Roosevelt Solar Village
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 20
Address :
9 N VALLEY RD,
Roosevelt, NJ 08555.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 16
- 2 Bedroom: 4
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- Roosevelt Sr. Citizens Housing Corp
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: cfrankenfield@ismnj.org
- Phone: (908) 728-8244
Cil Woods Inc.
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 11
Address :
100-200-600 Woods Lane,
Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 6
- 2 Bedroom: 5
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- CIL Woods Inc.
- Non-Profit
Owner Contact:
- Email: CILwoodsinc@aol.com
- Phone: 732-329-6027
Rowan Towers
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 195
Address :
620 W State ST,
Trenton, NJ 08618.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 28
- 1 Bedroom: 112
- 2 Bedroom: 55
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- Rowan Associates
- Limited Dividend
Owner Contact:
- Email: sdalessandro@tmo.com
- Phone: 856 596 3008
Woodmere
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 125
Address :
250 CRESCENT AVE,
Spotswood, NJ 08884.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 8
- 1 Bedroom: 110
- 2 Bedroom: 7
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- SPOTSWOOD REFORMED CH. SR. CIT. HSG. CORP.
- Non-Profit
Owner Contact:
- Email: lsoley@woodmerenj.org
- Phone: 732-251-3242
Oakland Park Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 269
Address :
224 COOLIDGE AVE,
Trenton, NJ 08650.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 144
- 2 Bedroom: 125
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- Oakland Park Partners Urban Renewal, LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: mwieder@radiantprop.com
- Phone: 9732821100
Cityside Apts Ii
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 105
Address :
366 N Clinton Ave,
Trenton, NJ 08638.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 11
- 2 Bedroom: 35
- 3 Bedroom: 34
- 4 Bedroom: 25
Owner Name :
- Cityside I & II Owner LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: avi@migdalpartners.com
- Phone: 347-992-9273
Cityside Apts I
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 126
Address :
179 BRUNSWICK AVE,
Trenton, NJ 08618.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 17
- 2 Bedroom: 51
- 3 Bedroom: 41
- 4 Bedroom: 17
Owner Name :
- Cityside I & II Owner LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: avi@migdalpartners.com
- Phone: 347-992-9273
Redding Circle
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 197
Address :
1 Redding Cir,
Princeton, NJ 08540.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 58
- 1 Bedroom: 55
- 2 Bedroom: 51
- 3 Bedroom: 29
- 4 Bedroom: 4
Owner Name :
- PRINCETON HOUSING AUTHORITY
- Non-Profit
Owner Contact:
- Email: chart@hacenj.com
- Phone: 6099243448
Turner Pointe
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 77
Address :
150 Rossell Ave,
Trenton, NJ 08638.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 7
- 2 Bedroom: 39
- 3 Bedroom: 31
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- Rossell Avenue Urban Renewal, LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: jhoover@coniferllc.com
- Phone: 5853240540
South Village I & Ii
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 132
Address :
312 Lalor St,
Trenton, NJ 08611.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 95
- 2 Bedroom: 37
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 0
Owner Name :
- South Village Urban Renewal Investors LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: greg@ghchousing.com
- Phone: (216) 472-1870 ext. 115
Karin Court
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 11
Address :
16 Karin Ct,
Princeton, NJ 08540.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 0
- 2 Bedroom: 1
- 3 Bedroom: 8
- 4 Bedroom: 2
Owner Name :
- Karin Court Associates LP
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: cjhart@hacenj.com
- Phone: 609-924-3448
What Is Section 8?
Section 8 is a government program that helps low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled pay for housing. It gives them vouchers that they can use to rent apartments or houses from private landlords. The amount of rent that the family pays depends on their income. The government pays the rest.
Public housing agencies (PHAs) are local organizations that help people find affordable housing. They get money from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help people pay their rent.
Who is eligible for 2 Bedroom Section 8 House?
To be eligible for a Section 8 house:
- You must be a U.S. citizen or have eligible immigration status.
- In general, your family's income may not exceed 50% of the median income for your county or metro area in New Jersey. Some low-income families may qualify in limited cases.
- If you are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, ask your housing agency in Dayton, New Jersey whether it gives a preference on its waiting list. You must still meet its income limits.
2 Bedroom Section 8 Housing Income Guidelines
HUD Income Limits for 2026
HUD publishes three tiers of income limits each year. They are based on the median income for your county or metro area and your household size:
- 1. Extremely Low: generally the greater of 30% of area median income or the federal poverty level
- 2. Very Low: 50% of area median income
- 3. Low: 80% of area median income
Housing Choice Vouchers generally serve very low-income households, and at least 75% of the families a housing agency admits each year must be extremely low-income unless HUD approves a lower share. Low-income families may qualify only in limited cases.
Find the current limits for your area on HUD's income limits page, or ask your local housing agency.
How does Section 8 work?
Here is a step-by-step guide on how Section 8 works:
- Contact your Middlesex County housing authority to find out if you are eligible for Section 8.
- Complete an application and provide the required documentation.
- You will be placed on a waiting list.
How to Apply for a 2 Bedroom Section 8 House in Dayton, New Jersey?
To apply for a 2 bedroom section 8 house for rent in Dayton, New Jersey, you need to follow these steps:
1. Contact your local Housing Authority directly or visit their website to fill out an application.
2. Provide documentation of your income, citizenship or immigration status, and personal information. Make sure to have all the required documents ready before starting the application process.
3. Attend an interview with the Housing Authority. Once you submit your application, you will be scheduled for an interview with a housing specialist.
4. Wait for your application to be reviewed and approved. After your interview, your application will be reviewed by the Housing Authority. The review process can take several weeks or months depending on the demand for section 8 housing in the area.
5. Go through a home inspection. If your application is approved, a housing inspector will visit your home to ensure it meets the program's standards. The inspection will cover areas such as safety, cleanliness, and basic utilities.
6. Sign your lease and move in. Once your home passes the inspection, you will be able to sign your lease and move in. Keep in mind that you will be responsible for paying your portion of the rent on time each month and following the rules outlined in your lease agreement.
Rent Payment for 2 Bedroom Apartment
As a tenant, you are responsible for paying your portion of the rent on time each month. This amount is determined based on your income and the rent amount for the property in Dayton, New Jersey.
The Housing Authority will provide rental assistance to cover the difference between your portion of the rent and the total rent amount.
You will need to sign a lease agreement that outlines your rent payment responsibilities, including the due date, late fees, and acceptable payment methods.
It is important to communicate with your landlord and the Housing Authority if you are unable to make a rent payment on time or if you have any questions or concerns about your rent payments.
Maintenance Responsibilities
As a tenant, you are responsible for keeping your 2 bedroom section 8 house in Dayton, New Jersey clean and in good condition.
You are responsible for reporting any necessary repairs to your landlord or property manager as soon as possible.
Your landlord or property manager is responsible for making necessary repairs and ensuring that the property meets the program's safety and habitability standards.
If you cause damage to the property beyond normal wear and tear, you may be responsible for paying for the repairs or damages.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
1. What is section 8 housing?
The housing choice voucher program is the federal government's program for assisting very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled to afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market.
The participant is free to choose any housing that meets the requirements of the program and is not limited to units located in subsidized housing projects.
2. What is a housing voucher?
A housing choice voucher is provided by the federal government's major program to help very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market.
3. What is the most section 8 will pay?
It depends on your housing agency's payment standard, which is usually set between 90% and 110% of HUD's Fair Market Rent for your area. You typically pay about 30% of your adjusted monthly income. When you first move in, your share can't be more than 40% of adjusted monthly income if the rent is above the payment standard.
4. What is counted as income for Section 8?
HUD defines income to include:
- The full amount, before any payroll deductions, of wages and salaries, overtime pay, commissions, fees, tips and bonuses, and other compensation for personal services;
- The net income from the operation of a business or profession.
- Under HUD's 2023 income and asset rule, IRS-recognized retirement accounts such as a 401(k) generally do not count as assets, but payments you receive from them may count as income. Ask your housing agency how it applies this rule.
5. How to get Section 8 immediately?
Due to limited funding from the federal government and a shortage of low-income housing units, there is no guaranteed way to receive Section 8 immediately. The application process can be long and time consuming.
6. How long does it take to get a Section 8 voucher after the interview?
When a PHA in Dayton, New Jersey issues a voucher, it gives the assisted family at least 60 days to obtain housing. A PHA can extend the time it allots to a family based on various factors.