Acton Housing Authority
Acton, Massachusetts
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23 hours ago
About Acton Housing Authority
Acton Housing Authority (PHA Code: MA057) provides assisted housing opportunities in Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts. The authority manages approximately 159 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, APHA is accepting applications for various programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Public Housing, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Affordable Rental Housing. Other available programs include AHVP and Local Initiative Programs (LIP), specifically LIP Rental Units. For a family of four applying for Very Low Income assistance, the current income limit for the Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area is $82,700 per year.
AHVP Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple (at LHA, Online via CHAMP)
Additional Notes
The Alternative Housing Voucher Program (AHVP) is for disabled individuals under 60.
Affordable Rental Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 5, 2026
Closing Date
Apr 5, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
A lottery for 41 affordable apartments at McManus Manor is currently accepting applications for income-eligible households (30%, 50%, and 60% AMI). Units include Project-Based Section 8 and Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program subsidies, and are universally accessible with some designed for specific disabilities.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Local preferences for Acton residents/workers, veterans, and homeless. Income eligibility up to 80% AMI. Voucher holders pay 30% of income for rent and utilities.
LIP Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Income from all family members is included, and income from assets over $5,000 or an imputation of 0.06% of total assets is added for eligibility determination. If an available unit is rejected, the applicant moves to the bottom of the waiting list.
Local Initiative Program (LIP) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online (download form), Mail
Additional Notes
The waiting list for Local Initiative Program rental units is open. The application establishes preliminary requirements for placement on the waiting list. Required documents include income verification and household composition details. All provided information will be verified for accuracy at t...
Local Initiative Program (LIP) Rental Units Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Application establishes preliminary requirements for placement on the waiting list. Income from all family members is included, and local preference applies.
Multiple Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 5, 2026
Closing Date
Apr 5, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
McManus Manor is a 41-unit development for seniors (62+) and/or people with disabilities, offering units at 30%, 50%, and 60% AMI. It includes Project-Based Section 8 vouchers, Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program vouchers, and units for individuals under 60 with disabilities through DDS.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
3 affordable studio units for residents aged 60+ needing assistance, with local preference and an approximate 4-year wait.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
1-bedroom units for individuals aged 60+ or under 60 with a disability. Residents pay 30% of adjusted gross income for rent. Local preferences for Acton residents/workers, veterans, and homeless.
Other Programs
8 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The Inn at Robbins Brook offers 3 affordable studio units for residents aged 60+ needing assistance, with local preference and an approximate 4-year wait.
Scattered site family housing units under the LIP Program are filled from the Acton Housing Authority's Section 8 waiting list. Turnover for these units is rare.
Waitlist had a lottery in April 2013 and currently has a long waiting list. Serves households with income at or below 30% AMI and 50% AMI.
The lottery for 41 affordable apartments at McManus Manor, which include Project-Based Section 8 and Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program subsidies, closed applications on April 5, 2026.
application link: click here.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
No active waitlist information currently available.
Status History
Deadline: Apr 5, 2026
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Acton Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Acton Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Acton Housing Authority currently has 9 open waiting lists (AHVP, Affordable Rental Housing, HCV, LIP, Local Initiative Program (LIP), Local Initiative Program (LIP) Rental Units, Multiple, Other, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Acton Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $82,700/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Acton Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Acton Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Acton Housing Authority manages approximately 159 assisted housing units (159 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Acton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Acton Housing Authority
AHVP open
The AHVP program at Acton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Acton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Rental Housing open
The Affordable Rental Housing program at Acton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Acton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on April 5, 2026.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Acton Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Acton. This program serves approximately 159 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
LIP open
The LIP program at Acton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Acton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Local Initiative Program (LIP) open
The Local Initiative Program (LIP) program at Acton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Acton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Local Initiative Program (LIP) Rental Units open
The Local Initiative Program (LIP) Rental Units program at Acton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Acton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Multiple open
The Multiple program at Acton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Acton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on April 5, 2026.
Other open
The Other program at Acton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Acton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Acton Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Assisted Living closed
The Assisted Living program at Acton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Acton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
LIP (Local Initiative Program) closed
The LIP (Local Initiative Program) program at Acton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Acton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Acton Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Acton. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
other closed
The other program at Acton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Acton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Acton Local Initiative Program Rental Units closed
The Acton Local Initiative Program Rental Units program at Acton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Acton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
MRVP closed
The MRVP program at Acton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Acton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Acton Housing Authority are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Acton Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Acton maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Acton Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Acton Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $82,700. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $34,750 | $57,900 | $92,650 |
| 2 Persons | $39,700 | $66,200 | $105,850 |
| 3 Persons | $44,650 | $74,450 | $119,100 |
| 4 Persons | $49,600 | $82,700 | $132,300 |
| 5 Persons | $53,600 | $89,350 | $142,900 |
| 6 Persons | $57,550 | $95,950 | $153,500 |
| 7 Persons | $61,550 | $102,550 | $164,100 |
| 8 Persons | $65,500 | $109,200 | $174,650 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Acton Housing Authority — including across state lines.