Cambridge Housing Authority - Low Income Apartments in Cambridge, MA

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Last-Modified: 2021-02-25 06:39:02

Median apartment rental rate in this zip code: $2,192
Population in zip code: 38,715
Media age of those living in this zip code: 29.7
Media household income of those living in this zip code: $105,061
Average home value in this zip code: $727,468

Cambridge 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 contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. Their office is available Monday - Thursday 8:30 - 6:00 and Friday 8:30 - 12:00 to assist you.

1. Research all of the different low-income housing programs available in your area. There are a variety of federal, state, and local programs that offer low-income housing assistance. Each program has its own eligibility requirements and application process, so it is important to do your research to find the program that is right for you.
2. Get all of your documentation in order: When you apply for low income housing, you will need to provide documentation of your income, assets, and household composition. This documentation may include tax returns, pay stubs, bank statements, and birth certificates.
3. Be careful and accurate on all information provided: Any false or misleading information on your application will most likely result in your disqualification.
4. Waiting Lists: The waiting lists for most, if not all low-income housing programs is long. Do not limit yourself to only apply to one apartment location.

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.

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See ALL Cambridge Low Income Housing Apartments ALL CAMBRIDGE Listings

Memorial Drive 808

808-810 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA 02139
0.19 miles away from Cambridge Housing Authority - Cambridge
Harvard Place

273 Harvard Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
0.22 miles away from Cambridge Housing Authority - Cambridge
Franklin St. Elderly

411 Franklin St, Cambridge, MA 02139
0.24 miles away from Cambridge Housing Authority - Cambridge
Cast Ii Apartments

49 Columbia St, Cambridge, MA 02139
0.27 miles away from Cambridge Housing Authority - Cambridge
Magazine House

77 Magazine St, Cambridge, MA 02139
0.38 miles away from Cambridge Housing Authority - Cambridge
Close Building

243 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139
0.46 miles away from Cambridge Housing Authority - Cambridge
Watertown Housing Authority

55 Waverly Avenue, Watertown, MA 02472
0.54 miles away from Cambridge Housing Authority - Cambridge
Port Landing - Affordable Community

131 Harvard Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
0.54 miles away from Cambridge Housing Authority - Cambridge
Inman Square Apartments

1221 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02139
0.62 miles away from Cambridge Housing Authority - Cambridge
Harwell Homes

1 Citizen Pl, Cambridge, MA 02141
0.67 miles away from Cambridge Housing Authority - Cambridge

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Persons In Family Household	Poverty Guideline
For Households with more than 8 persons, add $4,480 for each additional person.
1	$14,580
2	$19,720
3	$24,860
4	$30,000
5	$35,140
6	$40,280
7	$45,420
8	$50,560

*Alaska and Hawaii have different rates for HUD federal poverty guidelines.
These numbers above represent 100% of the Federal Poverty Rate. In order to get in some apartments the 100% rate changes to things like 200%. In these cases, you will only need to multiply the rate in each category by 2.

Check For Waiting Lists
Most apartments have waiting lists. Search early and do not just settle on one apartment choice.

Contact Your Local Housing Authority
Housing authorities have many opportunities. Many do have closed waiting lists, but they may be able to provide other public housing resources.

Check The Federal Poverty Sliding Scale Guidelines
Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.

Cambridge Housing AuthorityCambridge, MA - 02139

Cambridge Housing Authority
Cambridge, MA - 02139