Dennis Port, MA Low Income Housing

Dennis Port, MA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Dennis Port, MA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Dennis Port, MA?
To qualify for low income housing in Massachusetts, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Dennis Port, MA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Dennis Port, MA, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Dennis Port, MA. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Dennis Port, Massachusetts - Barnstable County

Studio Apartments $1,553
One Bedroom Apartments $2,044
Two Bedroom Apartments $2,501
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,781

List of Low Income Housing in or near Dennis Port, MA

Pine Oaks Village - Phase I - Harwich

61 John Nelson Way
Harwich, MA - 02645
508-432-6025
Barnstable County
Listing Location: 3.34 miles from Dennis Port

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Simpkins School Residences - Affordable Community - South Yarmouth

134 Old Main Street
South Yarmouth, MA - 02664
(508) 394-7111
Barnstable County
Listing Location: 3.41 miles from Dennis Port


Melpet Farm Residences - Affordable Housing - South Dennis

812 Route 134
South Dennis, MA - 02660
(508) 619-5990
Barnstable County
Listing Location: 3.77 miles from Dennis Port


Yarmouth Housing Authority - South Yarmouth

534 Winslow Gray Road
South Yarmouth, MA - 02664
(508) 398-2920
Barnstable County
Listing Location: 3.91 miles from Dennis Port


Residential Rehab Centers - Yarmouth

153 Run Pond Rd
Yarmouth, MA - 02664
(508) 896-5776
Barnstable County
Listing Location: 3.94 miles from Dennis Port

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Swan Pond Village - Yarmouth

1001 Alewife Cir
Yarmouth, MA - 02664
508-394-8262
Barnstable County
Listing Location: 3.99 miles from Dennis Port

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Swan Pond Village Affordable/ Public Housing - South Yarmouth

1100 Alewife Circle
South Yarmouth, MA - 01840
(508) 394-8262
Barnstable County
Listing Location: 4.02 miles from Dennis Port


Pine Oaks Village Iii - Harwich

151 Oak Street
Harwich, MA - 2645
(508) 432-9623
Barnstable County
Listing Location: 4.04 miles from Dennis Port

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Weir Landing - Yarmouth

170 Weir Road
Yarmouth, MA - 02675
508-896-5776
Barnstable County
Listing Location: 5.08 miles from Dennis Port

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Eagle Point - Brewster

151 Turning Mill Rd
Brewster, MA - 02631
(508) 896-5776
Barnstable County
Listing Location: 5.25 miles from Dennis Port

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Dennis Port, MA

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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