Old Colony Phase I — Income-Restricted Housing in Boston, MA 02127
25 James Oneill St, Boston, MA 02127
116 units · 72 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Boston Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 207 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
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
- 2015
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 10 1 bedroom · 11 2 bedrooms · 15 3 bedrooms · 3 4+ bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $699/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Old Colony Phase 2A
35 Patterson Way, Boston, MA 02127
0 mi away
45 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Boston Housing Authority
Old Colony Phase 2B
20 Patterson Way, Boston, MA 02127
0.1 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 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)
John Boyle Oreilly School Apts.
345 Dorchester St, South Boston, MA 02127
0.2 mi away
32 units · Studio–1 BR
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 I?
Apply through Boston Housing Authority, which runs Old Colony Phase I. 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 I Section 8 housing?
Old Colony Phase I 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 I?
Public records list 116 units at Old Colony Phase I in Boston, MA 02127. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Old Colony Phase I?
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 I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Old Colony Phase I 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 I take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Old Colony Phase I 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 I.
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.