Yarmouth Housing Authority
South Yarmouth, Massachusetts
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21 hours ago
About Yarmouth Housing Authority
The Yarmouth Housing Authority (PHA Code: MA095) is situated in South Yarmouth, Barnstable County, Massachusetts. It administers approximately 332 assisted housing units, specifically managing 332 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, the Yarmouth Housing Authority is accepting applications for several programs. These include Affordable Rental, Affordable Rental Housing, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP), Public Housing, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and various "Other" affordable housing options, including "Other Affordable Housing (Specific Property)." The HCV and "Other" program waitlists recently changed from closed to open.
Applicants must meet specific income guidelines to qualify for assistance. For instance, a family of four in the Barnstable Town, MA MSA area must meet the Very Low Income limit, which is currently set at $68,350 per year. Prospective applicants should carefully review the eligibility criteria for each program they are interested in.
Affordable Rental Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Mail, Phone
Additional Notes
The Cape Cod Ready Renters General Wait List, which includes affordable rental units in Yarmouth, is currently accepting applications. Units are for studios to four-bedrooms with varying rents and income limits (less than 80% or 65% of Area Median Income). Successful applicants are ranked by lottery; households with rental vouchers are encouraged to apply. To request an application, contact 508-398-2231 x1275, and applications must be submitted to the Plymouth Redevelopment Authority by mail.
Affordable Rental Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Closing Date
May 29, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Town of Yarmouth has an open Ready Renter General Waitlist for Affordable Rental Housing.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Eligibility for Section 8 generally requires household income at or below 50% AMI, and a background check will be completed upon selection from the waiting list.
MRVP Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
The Voucher Programs department is accepting pre-applications. Yarmouth Housing Authority manages 35 State Rental Vouchers.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
Closing Date
May 29, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is a general waitlist for Affordable Rental Housing, known as the Ready Renter General Wait List, with an application deadline of May 29, 2026.
Other Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Closing Date
Apr 9, 2025
How to Apply
Additional Notes
The Cape Cod Ready Renters Program is accepting applications for its General Wait List, which is used for over 40 affordable rental units in Yarmouth and other Cape Cod towns. Successful applicants are ranked by lottery, and households with rental vouchers are encouraged to apply.
Other Affordable Housing (Specific Property) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Yarmouth Commons is a 69-unit affordable housing community in South Yarmouth, governed by Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and HOME Programs. Application requirements include satisfactory rental and credit history, no previous evictions, no criminal record, and meeting student eligibility. Applications must be submitted in full to Yarmouth Commons c/o Maloney Properties, Inc.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Yarmouth Housing Authority has an open Project-Based Voucher (PBV) waitlist. To apply, individuals should contact their local Regional Administering Agency (RAA) to identify properties with PBVs and apply directly to those properties.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Yarmouth Housing Authority accepts public housing pre-applications at the program level; declining two invitations will purge the application. Preferences may include veterans, those who live or work in the community, and seniors (60+).
Other Programs
10 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 Cape Cod Ready Renters Program is accepting applications for its General Wait List, which includes units in Yarmouth. The application deadline is April 9, 2025, at 4 PM. Applications must be dropped off, delivered, or postmarked by the due date to Plymouth Redevelopment Authority, 26 Court St...
The general wait list for the Cape Cod Ready Renter Program, which includes affordable rental units in Yarmouth, had an application due date of April 9, 2025. A lottery for specific units under this program at 626 Main Street, Dennisport, MA, also had an application due date of January 21, 2026.
The Cape Cod Ready Renters Program is accepting applications for its General Wait List, which is used to select tenants for affordable rental units in Yarmouth, Dennis, Barnstable, Orleans and Falmouth, MA. Units include studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and four-bedroom units. Ap...
The Cape Cod Ready Renter Program, which includes units in Yarmouth, accepted applications for its General Wait List from February 12, 2025, to April 9, 2025. Applications were accepted in-person or by mail to Plymouth Redevelopment Authority, with applications available at the Town of Yarmouth or by phone. Successful applicants were ranked by lottery.
The Cape Cod Ready Renters Program General Wait List, which included affordable rental units in Yarmouth, previously accepted applications for a lottery that closed on April 9, 2025. This program offered units with varying rents and income limits (less than 80% or 65% of AMI) and did not provide ...
The waitlist for Cape Cod Ready Renters Units in Yarmouth is currently closed and not accepting new applications.
The Yarmouth Housing Authority manages 2 State Mental Health Vouchers (DMH), but specific waitlist status and application details are not provided online.
No specific information found for Mainstream voucher programs administered by the Yarmouth Housing Authority.
No specific information found for Rental Assistance Demonstration programs administered by the Yarmouth Housing Authority.
The Yarmouth Housing Authority manages State Rental Vouchers (MRVP) and State Mental Health Vouchers (DMH). These state rental voucher programs can be applied for through the Common Housing Application for Massachusetts Programs (CHAMP).
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Yarmouth Housing Authority currently has 9 open waiting lists (Affordable Rental, Affordable Rental Housing, HCV, MRVP, Other, Other Affordable Housing, Other Affordable Housing (Specific Property), PBV, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Yarmouth 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 $68,350/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 Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Yarmouth Housing Authority manages approximately 332 assisted housing units (332 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in South Yarmouth. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Yarmouth Housing Authority
Affordable Rental open
The Affordable Rental program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Rental Housing open
The Affordable Rental Housing program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on May 29, 2026.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Yarmouth 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 South Yarmouth. This program serves approximately 332 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
MRVP open
The MRVP program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on May 29, 2026.
Other Affordable Housing open
The Other Affordable Housing program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on April 9, 2025.
Other Affordable Housing (Specific Property) open
The Other Affordable Housing (Specific Property) program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Yarmouth Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in South Yarmouth. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Yarmouth 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.
Affordable Rental Units closed
The Affordable Rental Units program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Cape Cod Ready Renter Program closed
The Cape Cod Ready Renter Program program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
General Wait List closed
The General Wait List program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Affordable Rental - Cape Cod Ready Renter) closed
The Other (Affordable Rental - Cape Cod Ready Renter) program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Affordable Rental Housing) closed
The Other (Affordable Rental Housing) program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Affordable Rental) closed
The Other (Affordable Rental) program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
DMH closed
The DMH program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in South Yarmouth maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
other closed
The other program at Yarmouth Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Yarmouth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Yarmouth Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Yarmouth Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Barnstable Town, MA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $68,350. 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 | $28,700 | $47,850 | $74,800 |
| 2 Persons | $32,800 | $54,700 | $85,450 |
| 3 Persons | $36,900 | $61,550 | $96,150 |
| 4 Persons | $41,000 | $68,350 | $106,800 |
| 5 Persons | $44,300 | $73,850 | $115,350 |
| 6 Persons | $47,600 | $79,300 | $123,900 |
| 7 Persons | $50,850 | $84,800 | $132,450 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $90,250 | $141,000 |
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 Yarmouth Housing Authority — including across state lines.