Dover, MA Low Income Housing

Dover, MA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Dover, MA

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

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

Nehoiden Glen - Needham

1045 Central Ave
Needham, MA - 02492
781-444-0990
Nehoiden Glen is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Nehoiden Glen for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 3.19 miles from Dover

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Westwood Affordable Housing - Westwood

580 High St
Westwood, MA - 02090
(781)320-1031
AFFORDABLE HOUSING...see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 3.30 miles from Dover

Non Profit Apartment

Marked Tree Road - Needham

East Militia Heights Dr Po Box 169
Needham, MA - 02492
781 444 4347
Marked Tree Road is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Marked Tree Road for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 3.34 miles from Dover

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Highland Glen - Westwood

1120 Highland Glen Rd
Westwood, MA - 02090
781-237-7634
Highland Glen is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Highland Glen for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 3.35 miles from Dover

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Glen Grove - Wellesley

50 Grove St
Wellesley, MA - 02481
781-237-7634
Glen Grove is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Glen Grove for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 3.48 miles from Dover

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Jubilee House - Wellesley

10 Cross Street
Wellesley, MA - 02482
617 964 6860
Jubilee House is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Jubilee House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 3.54 miles from Dover

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

West Street Apartments - Needham

237 West Street
Needham, MA - 02492
(781) 444-4347
West Street Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact West Street Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 3.97 miles from Dover

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Highland Ave Charles Rvr Arc - Needham

18 Dale Street
Needham, MA - 02494
(781) 444-4347
Highland Ave Charles Rvr Arc is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Highland Ave Charles Rvr Arc for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 3.98 miles from Dover

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Marshall Road - Wellesley

4 Marshall Road
Wellesley, MA - 02182
(781) 444-4347
Marshall Road is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Marshall Road for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Norfolk County
Listing Location: 4.07 miles from Dover

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Natick Housing Authority - Natick

4 Cottage Street
Natick, MA - 01760
(508) 653-2971
Natick 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: 4.15 miles from Dover


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Dover, 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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