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About Needham Housing Authority
The Needham Housing Authority (PHA Code: MA065), situated in Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, manages approximately 259 assisted housing units. These units consist of 123 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 136 Public Housing units.
The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is currently open for applications. In contrast, the Public Housing program waitlist is presently closed. Applicants should note that the HCV waitlist recently changed from closed to open, while the Public Housing waitlist changed from open to closed.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for this area is $82,700 per year.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 6, 2003
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Needham Housing Authority participates in the Massachusetts Section 8 Centralized Waiting List, which opened on January 6, 2003, and accepts applications indefinitely. Applicants submit one application to be added to the waitlist for all participating Public Housing Authorities. Eligibility requires meeting income guidelines, having eligible US citizenship or legal status, and passing a criminal background check.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Mail or In-person
Additional Notes
The waitlist is currently open for 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom units within Federal Public Housing. Eligibility includes families, disabled persons, and those aged 62 and over who meet income requirements. Applications require specific documentation and may be granted priority or preference status.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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.
Needham Housing Authority has 20 federal Section 8 project based vouchers, but the current waiting list status and application method for these specific rental vouchers are not explicitly stated.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Needham 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 Needham Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Needham Housing Authority currently has 2 open waiting lists (HCV, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Needham 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 Needham 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 Needham Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Needham Housing Authority manages approximately 259 assisted housing units (123 Section 8, 136 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Needham. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Needham Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Needham 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 Needham. This program serves approximately 123 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Needham Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Needham Housing Authority manages approximately 136 Public Housing units in Needham. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Needham Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Needham. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Needham Housing Authority?
Needham Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Needham 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 Needham Housing Authority — including across state lines.