Location: Middlesex-Somerset-Hunterdon, NJ | Metro: Middlesex-Somerset-Hunterdon, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area
Based on 1% Rule: A+ (≥1.5%) | A (≥1.2%) | B (≥1.0%) | C (≥0.8%) | D (≥0.6%) | F (<0.6%)
| Unit Size | Monthly FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio | $2,180 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,350 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,930 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,490 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,920 |
| 5 Bedrooms | $4,547 |
| 6 Bedrooms | $5,093 |
| 7 Bedrooms | $5,500 |
| 8 Bedrooms | $5,775 |
Zillow median home prices vs Section 8 FMR rates (Data: 2026-07-31)
| Bedrooms | Monthly FMR | Median Price | 1% Rule | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2BR | $2,930 | $451,476 | 0.65% | D |
| 3BR | $3,490 | $642,044 | 0.54% | F |
| 4BR | $3,920 | $916,678 | 0.43% | F |
| 5BR | $4,547 | $1,106,265 | 0.41% | F |
U.S. Census Bureau data (2024)
Bridgewater Township, NJ, represented by ZIP code 08807, resides within the larger Middlesex-Somerset-Hunterdon, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area. The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for ZIP 08807 stands at $2,510 for fiscal year 2024, slightly below the area's average market rent of $2,744. This indicates that while the government subsidy for housing is somewhat lower, actual rental costs are higher, suggesting a slight premium on rental pricing.
The median home value in ZIP 08807 is $725,317, which is reflective of the overall housing market in the Middlesex-Somerset-Hunterdon area. This figure places the ZIP code squarely within the mid-tier range of home values for the region. It neither suggests a value pocket nor a premium sub-market when compared to the broader area's metrics.
A key factor for Section 8 real-estate analysis is the renter share, which in 08807 is 16.8%. This percentage is indicative of a moderate demand for rentals. However, it does not signal a significant divergence from the typical renter share found across other ZIP codes within the same HUD Metro FMR Area. A higher renter share coupled with below-average home values would typically indicate a potential Section 8 sweet spot; however, given that the home values in 08807 are above average, this ZIP code does not fit into such a category.
In summary, ZIP 08807 presents itself as a mid-tier neighborhood within the Middlesex-Somerset-Hunterdon, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area. Its rental market slightly exceeds the subsidized fair market rent but remains competitive with the regional average. Home values are consistent with those found in the middle range of the area, and the renter share does not suggest an unusually high concentration of potential Section 8 tenants. Landlords and small-portfolio investors should consider these factors when evaluating the potential returns and compliance challenges associated with Section 8 properties in this ZIP code.
Data Sources: FMR data from HUD (2027). Median home prices from Zillow (2026-07-31). Demographics from U.S. Census (2024).
About FMR: Fair Market Rent (FMR) is used to determine payment standards for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program, initial renewal rents for some expiring project-based Section 8 contracts, and rent ceilings for HOME Investment Partnerships.