Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Wellesley Hills, MA

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Norfolk County Public Housing Authority.

Income may not exceed 50% of the median income from the table below. The Housing Authority must provide 75 percent of vouchers to those whose income does not exceed 30% of the median income listed below.

HUD Income Limits 2024 in Wellesley Hills, MA.

Norfolk County Public Housing Authorities

We have listed all of the housing authorities in Norfolk County. Using the chart above, if you qualify as low income (Very Low Income OR Extremely Low Income), we recommend that you visit your local housing authority. They should be your first stop for housing and rental assistance programs.
1. To get on the waiting list for Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), visit the links provided below to the closest Norfolk County housing authority to your city in your city.
2. You can also visit the Housing Authority for other low income housing programs with rent assistance.

Public Housing Eligibility

To be eligible for public housing, households must meet the following requirements:
1. Have an income that is below a certain level.
2. Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident.
3. Have a demonstrated need for housing assistance.

Public housing tenants pay rent based on their income. The rent is typically set at 30% of the household's monthly income.
If you are interested in learning more about public housing, or if you think you may be eligible, you can contact your local housing authority (lsted above). The Public Housing Authority can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for public housing assistance.

Bellingham Housing Authority

10 Wrentham Manor
Bellingham, MA - 02019
Norfolk County
Website: https://bellinghamhousing.org/
Phone Number: (508) 883-4999

Holbrook Housing Authority

One Holbrook Court
Holbrook, MA - 02343
Norfolk County
Website: http://www.holbrookhousing.com/Home.aspx
Phone Number: (781) 767-0024

Medway Housing Authority

600 Mahan Circle
Medway, MA - 02053
Norfolk County
Website: https://www.townofmedway.org/housing-authority
Phone Number: (508) 533-2434

Brookline Housing Authority

90 Longwood Avenue
Brookline, MA - 02446
Norfolk County
Website: http://brooklinehousing.org/
Phone Number: (617) 277-2022

Quincy Housing Authority

80 Clay Street
Quincy, MA - 02170
Norfolk County
Website: http://quincyha.phanetwork.com/Home.aspx
Phone Number: (617) 847-4350

Walpole Housing Authority

8 Diamond Pond Terrace
Walpole, MA - 02081
Norfolk County
Website: http://www.walpolehousing.org/
Phone Number: (508) 668-7878

Milton Housing Authority

65 Miller Avenue
Milton, MA - 02186
Norfolk County
Website: https://miltonhousing.org/
Phone Number: (617) 698-2169

Weymouth Housing Authority

402 Essex Street
Weymouth, MA - 02188
Norfolk County
Website: https://www.weymouthhousing.org/
Phone Number: (781) 331-2323

Norwood Housing Authority

40 William Shyne Circle
Norwood, MA - 02062
Norfolk County
Website: http://www.norwoodha.org/Home.aspx
Phone Number: (781) 762-8115

Stoughton Housing Authority

4 Capen Street
Stoughton, MA - 02072
Norfolk County
Website: https://www.stoughton.org/stoughton-housing-authority
Phone Number: (781) 344-6599

Millis Housing Authority

310 Exchange Street
Millis, MA - 02054
Norfolk County
Website: http://www.millishousing.com/Home.aspx
Phone Number: (508) 376-8181

Braintree Housing Authority

25 Roosevelt Street
Braintree, MA - 02184
Norfolk County
Website: http://braintreehousingauthority.org/
Phone Number: (781) 848-1484

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HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Wellesley Hills, MA

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Wellesley Hills, MA. LIHTC apartment rents are not based on the tenants income. Income credit set aside brackets are selected during the apartment credit applications are used to determine the apartment rents.

The rents are based upon the Area Medium Income (AMI) and tenant based utility allowances. At least 20% of these apartments (listed below), must provide these low rates for low-income tenants.

HUD housing LIHTC Eligibility Requirements

Income: Households must earn below a certain income level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 60% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for LIHTC housing.
Citizenship or residency status: Households must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Need for housing assistance: Households must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that they must be unable to afford housing on their own.

In addition to the above requirements, some LIHTC properties may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for LIHTC housing, you can contact your local housing authority (listed above) or search for LIHTC properties (listed below).

LIHTC Maximum Rents

The maximum allowable rents are equal to 30% of the Area Medium Income (AMI), less the utility allowances.

HUD Fair Market Rents for Wellesley Hills, MA Norfolk County

Apartment Size	HUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For Area	LIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments	$2212	Estimated $663.60 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments	$2377	Estimated $713.10 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments	$2827	Estimated $848.10 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments	$3418	Estimated $1,025.40 - utility allowance

Available LIHTC Properties In Wellesley Hills, MA

Using the table above you can estimate what you would be paying by checking the LIHTC Maximum Rent section.

Contact these properties for openings and wait lists and price lists.

HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Wellesley Hills, MA

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides active listings of Section 8 and Multifamily apartments. We have listed them below for you to contact. Check with them to see if they have current availabilities and/or waiting lists. With Section 8 properties, you will need a voucher. Contact the Norfolk County Public Housing Authorities, listed at the top of this page.

Eligibility for HUD Housing Section 8, you must meet the following requirements:

Income: Your income must be below a certain level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 50% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for Section 8 housing.
Citizenship or residency status: You must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
Need for housing assistance: You must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that you must be unable to afford housing on your own.

In addition to the above requirements, some Section 8 programs may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for Section 8 housing, you can contact your local Public Housing Authority (listed above). The Public Housing Authorities can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for Section 8 assistance.

Tips To Get In To Section 8 Housing:

Local Rules: Each local housing authority has different rules around Section 8. Decide where you want to live and find the housing authorities in charge of those neighborhoods.
Applying for a Voucher: Contact your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) to apply for a voucher. They can tell you if they’re currently accepting new applicants and provide application details.
Payment Standards: Section 8 doesn’t specify a fixed dollar amount for rent assistance. Instead, the PHA sets a payment standard based on local housing market rates.

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