East Wareham, MA Low Income Housing

East Wareham, MA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in East Wareham, MA

How do I qualify for low income housing in East Wareham, 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 East Wareham, MA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in East Wareham, 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 East Wareham, 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 East Wareham, Massachusetts - Plymouth County

Studio Apartments $1,415
One Bedroom Apartments $1,863
Two Bedroom Apartments $2,375
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,708

List of Low Income Housing in or near East Wareham, MA

Depot Crossing - Affordable Community

Depot Crossing - Affordable Community - East Wareham

125 Minot Avenue
East Wareham, MA - 02567
(781) 936-8733
Amenities include a playground and recreation area, laundry facilities, parking, and 24-hour emergency maintenance. ...see full details
Plymouth County

Garden Homes South - East Wareham

Garden Homes South - East Wareham - East Wareham

3132 Cranberry Highway #37
East Wareham, MA - 02538
508-815-3627
2 Bedrooms $850 720 sq.ft. 1 Bath(s)$50 refundable $850 Utilities Included: Water,AC Lease Length: Flexible Property Type: Single Family Home-Unfurnished Parking Options: Off-site/Street This unit is a newly re-decorated single family Trailer Home in a private trailer park. Hardwood Floor Carpeted Floor Cable-Ready Storage Space(s) Alarm System Dining Washer/Dryer Hookup Gas Heat Private Yard On-Site Laundry Family Room Cats Small Dogs Community Description Beech and shopping ma...see full details
Plymouth County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): I own my home. I believe she said 850 month for rentals. Don't quote me lol
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Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in East Wareham, 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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