Franklin, MA Low Income Housing

Franklin, MA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Franklin, MA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Franklin, 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 Franklin, MA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Franklin, 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 Franklin, 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 Franklin, Massachusetts - Norfolk County

Studio Apartments $2,198
One Bedroom Apartments $2,635
Two Bedroom Apartments $3,207
Three Bedroom Apartments $3,540

List of Low Income Housing in or near Franklin, MA

Liberty Pines - Wrentham

56 Creek St
Wrentham, MA - 02093
508-384-7949
Liberty Pines is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Liberty Pines for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 3.41 miles from Franklin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Medway Housing Authority - Medway

600 Mahan Circle
Medway, MA - 02053
(508) 533-2434
Medway Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD.There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 5.08 miles from Franklin


Walnut Hill Apartments - Woonsocket

2305 Diamond Hill Rd
Woonsocket, RI - 02895
(401) 233-8900
Walnut Hill Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Walnut Hill Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 5.87 miles from Franklin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Bellingham Housing Authority - Bellingham

10 Wrentham Manor
Bellingham, MA - 02019
(508) 883-4999
Bellingham Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of assistance, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 5.95 miles from Franklin


Plaza Village - Woonsocket

180 Village Road
Woonsocket, RI - 02895
(401) 233-8900
Plaza Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Plaza Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 6.32 miles from Franklin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Millis Housing Authority - Millis

310 Exchange Street
Millis, MA - 02054
(508) 376-8181
Millis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of assistance, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 6.73 miles from Franklin


Mission Springs - Holliston

100 Summer St
Holliston, MA - 01746
(508) 893-8021
Mission Springs is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mission Springs for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 7.16 miles from Franklin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Waterview Apartments - Woonsocket

300 Privilege St
Woonsocket, RI - 02895
617 742-4500
Waterview Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Waterview Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 7.24 miles from Franklin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

N Carl Annon Court 2 - Foxborough

90 N Carl Annon Ct
Foxborough, MA - 02035
603-669-8551
N Carl Annon Court 2 is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact N Carl Annon Court 2 for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 7.43 miles from Franklin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Blackstone Terrace - Affordable Community - Woonsocket

182 Cumberland St
Woonsocket, RI - 02895
(401) 765-1310
Woonsocket Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Woonsocket Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Apartment Amenities: Cable-Ready Custom Blinds Energy-Efficient Appliances Wall-to-Wall Carpeting Featured Accent Wall Property Amenities: Close to Public Library Close to Public Transportation Close to Shopping 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance Staff Laundry Facilities Off-Street Parking ...see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 7.45 miles from Franklin

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Franklin, 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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