Yarmouth Housing Authority
South Yarmouth, Massachusetts
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About Yarmouth Housing Authority
Yarmouth Housing Authority (HUD agency code MA095) is the public housing agency serving South Yarmouth, Barnstable County, Massachusetts. It administers 332 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 19 waiting lists at this agency, covering Affordable, AHVP, MRVP, Other, PBV, Public Housing, HCV, Mainstream, RAD. As of Feb 8, 2026, 9 are open and 6 are closed. Status is unconfirmed for 4 further lists.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Barnstable Town, MA MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $68,350 per year, and as Low Income at or below $106,800 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 28 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 2, 2026.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 25, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This category includes various affordable rental housing options. Income limits are generally at 80% AMI, some at 65% AMI. Households with rental vouchers are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants are sometimes ranked by lottery.
Affordable Rental Housing - Ready Renter
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 2, 2026
Closing Date
May 29, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Cape Cod Ready Renter Program's General Waitlist for affordable rental housing in Yarmouth and other towns is open. It offers studio to 4-bedroom units with rents ranging from $950-$2,100, with income limits generally at 80% AMI, some at 65% AMI. Households with rental vouchers are encouraged to apply.
Specific Property
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This category includes specific property listings such as 'Yarmouth Commons'.
Yarmouth Commons
Status
open
Additional Notes
This specific affordable housing waitlist is currently open.
Alternative Housing Voucher Program (AHVP) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Alternative Housing Voucher Program provides rental assistance for low-income, non-elderly persons with disabilities, typically for one-bedroom units; applications are accepted through CHAMP.
Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 13, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program provides a rental voucher, with priority for families with children and elderly applicants.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Alternative Housing Voucher Program provides rental assistance for low-income, non-elderly persons with disabilities, typically for one-bedroom units; applications are accepted through CHAMP.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Income limits apply for eligibility.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online or Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants can apply for state-aided public housing through the CHAMP website or by submitting a paper application to any State-Aided Housing Agency; preferences may apply for veterans and community residents, and applications require annual activation to remain on the waitlist.
Other Programs
5 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 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.
This waitlist was for affordable rental housing in Yarmouth and other Cape Cod towns, with units from studios to 4-bedrooms. Income limits generally applied at 80% AMI, some at 65% AMI; applicants were ranked by lottery, and households with rental vouchers were encouraged to apply.
The Cape Cod Ready Renter Program's General Waitlist offers studio to 4-bedroom units with rents ranging from $950-$2,100; income limits generally at 80% AMI, some at 65% AMI; households with rental vouchers are encouraged to apply; successful applicants are ranked by lottery.
The Massachusetts Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Centralized Waiting List, which includes the Yarmouth Housing Authority, is currently closed and not accepting applications.
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 DMH program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements by phone at (508) 398-2920.
Additional programs administered by this housing authority that do not fall under a standard federal voucher or public housing category.
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.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
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 Housing, Alternative Housing Voucher Program (AHVP), Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP), Other Programs, Project-Based Voucher (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 to apply.
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 Affordable Housing open
The 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.
AHVP Alternative Housing Voucher Program (AHVP) open
The Alternative Housing Voucher Program (AHVP) 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.
MRVP Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP) open
The Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (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 Other Programs open
The Other Programs 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 (PBV) 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.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
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.
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 (RAD) 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.
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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.