Waltham, MA Low Income Housing

Waltham, MA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Waltham, MA

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

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

Waltham Housing Authority - Waltham

110 Pond Street
Waltham, MA - 02154
(781) 894-3357
Waltham 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 c...see full details
Middlesex County

Watch

Watch - Waltham

517 Moody St
Waltham, MA - 02453
(781)891-6689
WATCH Works Towards A More Just Community In The Waltham Area By Promoting And Creating Affordable Housing,? Providing Adult Education And Leadership Development And Empowering Underrepresented Residents Through Civic Engagement....see full details
Middlesex County
Non Profit Apartment

National Affordable Housing Foundation Schenectady - Waltham

411 Waverly Oaks Rd No 313
Waltham, MA - 02452
(781)547-4280
TO FOSTER AND ENGAGE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF LOW/MODERATE INCOME HOUSING, AND TO PROVIDE EDUCATION REGARDING AFFORDABLE HOUSING...see full details
Middlesex County
Non Profit Apartment

Francis Cabot Lowell Mill Ii - Waltham

174 Moody St
Waltham, MA - 02453
781-891-4108
Francis Cabot Lowell Mill Ii is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Francis Cabot Lowell Mill Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Middlesex County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Francis Cabot Lowell Mill I - Waltham

190 Moody St
Waltham, MA - 02453
781-891-4108
Francis Cabot Lowell Mill I is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Francis Cabot Lowell Mill I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Middlesex County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

St Mary's Apartments - Waltham

88 Lexington Street
Waltham, MA - 02452
(781) 943-0200
St Mary's Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact St Mary's Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Middlesex County
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Waltham, 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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