Old Colony Phase 2A — Income-Restricted Housing in Boston, MA 02127
35 Patterson Way, Boston, MA 02127
45 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Boston Housing Authority
Housing authority: (617) 988-4000Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Boston Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (617) 988-4000.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2014
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 19 1 bedroom · 20 2 bedrooms · 6 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $673/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Old Colony Phase 2B
20 Patterson Way, Boston, MA 02127
0 mi away
84 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Boston Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Old Colony Phase I
25 James Oneill St, Boston, MA 02127
0 mi away
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- Apply through Boston Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 207 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
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345 Dorchester St, South Boston, MA 02127
0.1 mi away
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Old Colony Phase 2C
244 Old Colony Ave, Boston, MA 02127
0.1 mi away
40 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Boston Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 142 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
West Ninth Street
11 Mitchell St, South Boston, MA 02127
0.2 mi away
84 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Boston Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 22 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rents and income limits in 02127
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $4,160/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $166,400/yr
- Renters in 02127 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 35%
Income limits (2026)
Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH area · median family income $164,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $36,000 | $60,000 | $96,000 |
| 2 | $41,150 | $68,600 | $109,700 |
| 3 | $46,300 | $77,150 | $123,400 |
| 4 | $51,400 | $85,700 | $137,100 |
| 5 | $55,550 | $92,600 | $148,100 |
| 6 | $59,650 | $99,450 | $159,050 |
| 7 | $63,750 | $106,300 | $170,050 |
| 8 | $67,850 | $113,150 | $181,000 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 02127 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,370 | $2,440 |
| 1 bedroom | $3,480 | $2,518 |
| 2 bedrooms | $4,160 | $3,008 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,960 | $3,584 |
| 4 bedrooms | $5,470 | $3,953 |
Wider area = Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,650 (02125) to $4,510 (02110).
Census figures for 02127 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,736. Median household income $164,387. 55% of homes are rented. 35% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 15% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 02127's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 02127Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Old Colony Phase 2A?
Apply through Boston Housing Authority, which runs Old Colony Phase 2A. Call (617) 988-4000. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Old Colony Phase 2A Section 8 housing?
Old Colony Phase 2A is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Old Colony Phase 2A?
Public records list 45 units at Old Colony Phase 2A in Boston, MA 02127. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Old Colony Phase 2A?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 02127 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Old Colony Phase 2A?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Old Colony Phase 2A in Boston, MA 02127. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Boston, MA 02127?
Most income-restricted buildings in Boston, MA 02127 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $60,000, and $85,700 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($96,000 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Boston, MA 02127?
For many programs in Boston, MA 02127, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $60,000 a year for 1 person and $85,700 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $96,000 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Boston, MA 02127?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Boston, MA 02127, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Boston, MA 02127 is $4,160 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Old Colony Phase 2A take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Old Colony Phase 2A has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Boston, MA 02127 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Old Colony Phase 2A.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.