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About Northampton Housing Authority
The Northampton Housing Authority (PHA Code: MA026), located in Northampton, Hampshire County, Massachusetts, manages approximately 972 assisted housing units. These units consist of 862 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 110 Public Housing units. Their programs include HCV (currently closed), Public Housing (currently closed), and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV).
All waiting lists for the Northampton Housing Authority's programs are presently closed to new applicants. This includes their Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing programs; the Public Housing waiting list recently changed from open to closed.
Applicants should be aware of income limits. For example, a family of four in the Amherst Town-Northampton, MA MSA area must have a Very Low Income of $59,800 per year or less to qualify.
Other Programs
3 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 agency's Section 8 waitlist has been closed since October 2014. The centralized Massachusetts Waiting List is currently open.
Waiting lists for public housing tend to be long. Applications are available online and can be printed. Contact the housing authority for a mailed copy.
Northampton Housing has project based section 36 vouchers allocated to the Gordon H. Mansfield Veterans Community. Northampton Housing Authority administers projected based vouchers for apartments in Agawam, MA. Northampton Housing Authority is currently looking to offer 10 project based vouchers to Soldiers On for women Veterans in Pittsfield, MA.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Northampton 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 Northampton Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Northampton Housing Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Northampton 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 $59,800/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 Northampton 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 Northampton Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Northampton Housing Authority manages approximately 972 assisted housing units (862 Section 8, 110 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Northampton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Northampton Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Northampton 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 Northampton. This program serves approximately 862 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Northampton Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Northampton Housing Authority manages approximately 110 Public Housing units in Northampton. 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 Northampton Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Northampton. 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 Northampton Housing Authority?
Northampton Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Northampton Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Amherst Town-Northampton, MA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $59,800. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $25,150 | $41,850 | $67,000 |
| 2 Persons | $28,750 | $47,800 | $76,550 |
| 3 Persons | $32,350 | $53,850 | $86,100 |
| 4 Persons | $35,900 | $59,800 | $95,650 |
| 5 Persons | $38,800 | $64,600 | $103,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $69,400 | $111,000 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $74,150 | $118,650 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $78,950 | $126,300 |
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 Northampton Housing Authority — including across state lines.