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About Waltham Housing Authority
The Waltham Housing Authority (PHA Code: MA013) serves Waltham, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, managing approximately 721 assisted housing units. This total includes 266 Public Housing units and 455 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units.
Currently, the Waltham Housing Authority is accepting applications for its Congregate Housing and Public Housing programs. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is currently closed to new applicants. Income limits apply for all programs; for example, a very low-income family of four in the Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area must have an annual income of $82,700 or less to qualify.
Congregate Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Eligibility requires being income eligible and 60 years or older, or disabled/handicapped.
View original notice — walhouse.orgPublic Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Federal Elderly/Disabled Program has an estimated waiting period of 1-2 years with local preference, and 10+ years without. State Family Program has a standard applicant wait time of approximately 7-10 years.
View original notice — walhouse.orgOther 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.
The estimated wait time is approximately 10+ years.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Waltham 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 Waltham Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Waltham Housing Authority currently has 2 open waiting lists (Congregate Housing, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Waltham 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 Waltham 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 Waltham Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Waltham Housing Authority manages approximately 721 assisted housing units (455 Section 8, 266 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Waltham. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Waltham Housing Authority
Congregate Housing open
The Congregate Housing program at Waltham Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Waltham. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Waltham Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Waltham Housing Authority manages approximately 266 Public Housing units in Waltham. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Waltham 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 Waltham. This program serves approximately 455 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Waltham Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Waltham 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 |
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| 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 Waltham Housing Authority — including across state lines.