Avon, MA Low Income Housing

Avon, MA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Avon, MA

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Avon, 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 Avon, 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 Avon, 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 Avon, MA

Holbrook Housing Authority - Holbrook

One Holbrook Court
Holbrook, MA - 02343
(781) 767-0024
Holbrook 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: 1.67 miles from Avon


Holbrook Apartments - Holbrook

101 Longmeadow Dr
Holbrook, MA - 02343
781-767-3636
Holbrook Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Holbrook Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 1.83 miles from Avon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Crosby Gardens Brockton Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Brockton

25 North Avenue
Brockton, MA - 02302
(508) 588-6880
Crosby Gardens is a Low Rent Public Housing building operated by the Brockton Housing Authority. This property consists of 74 rentals and is located on North Avenue near Intervale Street. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these apartments 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 interested in renting at Crosby Gardens please contact the Housing Authority for 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: 2.03 miles from Avon


Chatham West I - Brockton

1 Chatham West Dr
Brockton, MA - 02301
508-580-1404
Chatham West I is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Chatham West I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 2.07 miles from Avon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Kennedy Drive Brockton Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Brockton

Kennedy Drive
Brockton, MA - 02301
(508) 588-6880
Kennedy Drive is a Low Rent Public Housing Community operated by the Brockton Housing Authority. This community consists of 120 rentals and is located on Kennedy Drive off of North Warren Avenue. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these apartments 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 interested in renting at Kennedy Drive please contact the Housing Authority for 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: 2.08 miles from Avon


Washburn Heights Brockton Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Brockton

North Main Street
Brockton, MA - 02301
(508) 588-6880
Washburn Heights is a Low Rent Public Housing Community operated by the Brockton Housing Authority. This property consists of 50 rentals and is located on North Main Street near Broad Street. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these apartments 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 interested in renting at Washburn Heights please contact the Housing Authority for 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: 2.11 miles from Avon


Pine Homes - Brockton

469 Pine Grove Dr
Brockton, MA - 02301
617-695-9595
Pine Homes is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Pine Homes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 2.18 miles from Avon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Pine Gardens - Brockton

469 Pine Grove Drive
Brockton, MA - 2301
(508) 584-3300
Pine Gardens is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Pine Gardens for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 2.18 miles from Avon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Pine Commons - Brockton

1 Pine Grove Dr
Brockton, MA - 02301
(508)584-3300
Pine Commons is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Pine Commons for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 2.25 miles from Avon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Battles Farm Village Apartments - Brockton

13 Battles Farm Dr
Brockton, MA - 02301
(508) 588-5791
Battles Farm Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Battles Farm Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 2.27 miles from Avon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Avon, 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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