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Floor plans
1 Bed • 2 Bed
Total Units
84
Studio / Efficiency
4 units
Year Built / Opened
2020
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This property includes LIHTC tax credit · Not Reported AMI. Rent rules can change by unit, so ask the office which program applies to the apartment you want.
LIHTC: These are income-based apartments with rent limits tied to the local Area Median Income (AMI) — not market-rate rent. Rent limits are set from the local AMI. If this property also has rental assistance, some tenants may pay about 30% of adjusted income.
Not explicitly confirmed. Call ahead to verify elevator availability and doorway widths before applying.
Rent-Restricted Units
45 of 84 total
income-restricted tax credit apartments
Rent-Restricted Until
~2020
Minimum 30-year LIHTC legal commitment
Income Limit
Not Reported
Your household income must be at or below this % of Area Median Income
City hall apartments #1729 is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) apartment community in Newark, New Jersey. LIHTC properties — also called Section 42 housing or tax credit apartments — are income-restricted rentals developed with federal tax credits administered by state Housing Finance Agencies (HFAs). Qualifying residents pay rent based on a percentage of the Area Median Income (AMI) for Newark. These properties are among the most affordable apartments available without a Section 8 voucher.
To qualify, your total household income must fall at or below the income limit set for this property — currently Not Reported of AMI. Unlike public housing, LIHTC income-restricted apartments are privately managed and require you to apply directly to the property. Rent is fixed at a discounted rate tied to AMI — not to your specific income — so your monthly payment stays predictable.
By law, LIHTC properties must remain rent-restricted for a minimum of 30 years. City hall apartments #1729 was placed in service around 2020, keeping rents income-restricted at least through ~2020.
You must be of qualifying age. Your income must fall within HUD's Area Median Income (AMI) limits for Newark.
This listing shows historically available units. Ask directly if a unit is open today.
If you use a wheelchair or walker, confirm elevator access and doorway widths before submitting a paid application.
Did you know?LIHTC properties have specific maximum rent limits based on your income and the local Area Median Income (AMI). Read the full guide
This record reports: 1 Bed • 2 Bed. Availability can change rapidly, so ask management which layouts are currently open and whether any accessible units are available.
City hall apartments #1729 is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. HFA records indicate the income ceiling is set at Not Reported. This means your household income must be at or below that percentage of the Area Median Income (AMI) for newark. The exact dollar threshold depends on your household size. Management will verify income during the application process.
To view the specific income caps (e.g. 30%, 50%, or 60% AMI limits) for all household sizes, check out the AMI Calculator .
Our eligibility tool automatically cross-references your household size and gross income with the local AMI database for this property to determine your fit.
LIHTC properties are required by law to remain affordable for a minimum of 30 years from the date they were placed in service (City hall apartments #1729 was placed in service around 2020, so rent restrictions are secured at least until ~2050). After that period, the owner can choose to exit the program or renew. Ask management about the property's current compliance end date.
Yes. This property reports 4 studio or efficiency units. Efficiency units are typically self-contained apartments with a combined living/sleeping area, a kitchenette, and a bathroom — well suited for individuals or couples. Ask management for current availability and exact square footage before applying.
Data Provenance
Sourced from LIHTC Database. Last updated: Jun 6, 2026.Read our methodology.
