Housing – The Jersey Bee

At least one quarter of Essex County households are severely burdened by housing costs, paying more than half their income on things like rent or mortgage payments.

Welcome to The Jersey Bee’s Housing Info Hub.
Here you’ll find housing, eviction prevention, and other resource information to help you stay housed in Essex County, N.J. You can also access The Jersey Bee’s resources by submitting local news and tips, asking a local question, or signing up to receive our free daily local newsletter. You can also suggest resources for this hub here.

Eviction prevention hotline

New Jersey residents can access free eviction prevention resources from Ironbound Community Corporation by completing ICC’s intake form. ICC is a Newark-based community organization providing housing support, youth programs, advocacy opportunities, and senior support A housing justice advocate will be in contact within one business day.

Access Ironbound Community Corporation’s free eviction prevention resources for New Jersey residents by completing ICC’s tenant intake form and a housing justice advocate will contact you within one business day.

REQUEST A CALL

You can also call ICC’s housing hotline at 908-316-7899. Be prepared to share your name, address, phone number, and a short description of what you need help with, and what language you need assistance in.

The ICC’s community-run housing hotline connects residents with housing resources, including tenant rights, legal support, and shelter services. Since its launch, the organization has served more than 200 residents across the state with housing assistance. Read more about how it works here.

Additional eviction prevention resources

Essex County renters facing eviction can also contact these organizations for emergency housing assistance or other support.

Newark Community Solutions

Newark Community Solutions provides eviction diversion programs, rental assistance, and other community-based youth programs. Send an email or call 973-733-5180.

SEND AN EMAIL

Urban League of Essex County

Urban League of Essex County provides resources for renters and homebuyers, rental and homeowner counseling, and other housing services. Send an email or call or call 973-624-9535.

SEND AN EMAIL

Essex-Newark Legal Services

Legal assistance is available for Essex County tenants via the Essex-Newark Legal Services. Apply for assistance online or call 973-733-5180.

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Volunteer Lawyers for Justice

Legal assistance is available for Essex County tenants via Volunteer Lawyers for Justice or call 973-645-1955.

APPLY ONLINE

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