Wakefield, MA Low Income Housing

Wakefield, MA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Wakefield, MA

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, Massachusetts - Middlesex 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 Wakefield, MA

Wakefield Housing Authority - Wakefield

26 Crescent Street
Wakefield, MA - 01880
(781) 245-7328
Wakefield 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 pleas...see full details
Middlesex County

Wakefield Affordable Housing Corporation - Wakefield

26 Crescent St
Wakefield, MA - 01880
(781) 245-7328
To Support And Enhance Educational Programs...see full details
Middlesex County
Non Profit Apartment

Rockledge Apartments - Wakefield

11 Bartley St
Wakefield, MA - 01880
781-935-4200
Rockledge Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Rockledge Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Middlesex County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 890.00
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Colonial Point - Wakefield

95 Audubon Rd
Wakefield, MA - 01880
781-286-0606
Colonial Point is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Colonial Point for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Middlesex County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Wakefield Senior Housing

Wakefield Senior Housing - Wakefield

50 Hart 's Hill Road
Wakefield, MA - 01880
(781) 245-7328
Wakefield Senior Housing is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Wakefield Senior Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Middlesex County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Wakefield, 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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Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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