Readville, MA Low Income Housing

Readville, MA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Readville, MA

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Readville, 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 Readville, 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 Readville, Massachusetts - Suffolk 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 Readville, MA

Dedham Housing Authority - Dedham

163 Dedham Blvd.
Dedham, MA - 02026
(781) 326-3543
Dedham Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or 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 rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Suffolk County
Listing Location: 0.74 miles from Readville


Southwest Affordable Housing Partnership - Dedham

163 Dedham Blvd
Dedham, MA - 02026

Nursery School...see full details
Suffolk County
Listing Location: 0.74 miles from Readville

Non Profit Apartment

Blake Estates I - Hyde Park

1344 Hyde Park Avenue
Hyde Park, MA - 02136
617-364-5277
Blake Estates I is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Blake Estates I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Suffolk County
Listing Location: 1.18 miles from Readville

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Blake Estates Ii - Hyde Park

1344 Hyde Park Avenue
Hyde Park, MA - 02136
617-364-5277
Blake Estates Ii is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Blake Estates Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Suffolk County
Listing Location: 1.18 miles from Readville

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cheriton Heights Apartments - Affordable Community - West Roxbury

18 Cheriton Road
West Roxbury, MA - 02132
(617) 323-6109
Community Amenities: Beautiful Landscaping Bike Racks Business Center Community Patio Space Easy Accessibility to Public Transportation Elevators Group Exercise Laundry Facility Media Room On-Site Health Services On-Site Management & Maintenance On-Site Resident Social Events Picnic Area with Barbecue Recycling Resident & Guest Parking Resident Lounge Smoke-free Environment Pets Allowed - 1 Max - 20 lbs Max Apartment Amenities: Air Conditioner Cable Ready Carpeting Dishwasher Disposal Electronic Thermostat Energy Efficient Appliances Heat & Hot Water Included High Ceilings Microwave Range/Oven Refrigerator View Wheelchair Access Window Coverings ...see full details
Suffolk County
Listing Location: 1.58 miles from Readville


Cheriton Grove - Affordable Community - West Roxbury

20 Cheriton Road
West Roxbury, MA - 02132
(617) 325-1913
Cheriton Grove is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cheriton Grove for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Community Amenities: Business Center Controlled Access/Gated Elevators Group Exercise Laundry Facility Media Room Non-Smoking Community On-Site Maintenance & Management On-Site Parking On-Site Resident Events Picnic Area with Barbecue Public Transportation Recycling Resident Lounge Resident Patio Space Pets Allowed - 1 Max - 20 lbs Max Apartment Amenities: Air Conditioner Cable Ready Carpeting Ceiling Fan Disposal Electronic Thermostat Energy Efficient Appliances Heat and Hot Water Included Range/Oven Refrigerator View Wheelchair Access Window Coverings ...see full details
Suffolk County
Listing Location: 1.61 miles from Readville

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

May West Roxbury Residences - West Roxbury

5000 Washington Street
West Roxbury, MA - 2132
781 440-0400
May West Roxbury Residences Inc. is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact May West Roxbury Residences Inc. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Suffolk County
Listing Location: 1.88 miles from Readville

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Roslindale Senior Np Hsg - Roslindale

15 Blue Ledge Dr
Roslindale, MA - 02131
(248) 967-4000
Roslindale Senior Np Hsg Inc. is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Roslindale Senior Np Hsg Inc. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Suffolk County
Listing Location: 2.48 miles from Readville

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cummins Highway Condo For Rent - Mattapan - Mattapan

621 Cummins Highway
Mattapan, MA - 02126
617-438-1407
Heat and Hot Water Included2 BedroomRecently Renovated Kitchen and Bathroom1 Parking Spot...see full details
Suffolk County
Listing Location: 2.82 miles from Readville


School House Apartments - Brookledge Cummins - Mattapan

610 Cummins Highway
Mattapan, MA - 02126
(617) 296-1100
School House Apartments - Brookledge Cummins offers 90 low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Suffolk County
Listing Location: 2.86 miles from Readville


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Readville, 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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