Blue/Elm Hill (Granite #3) — Income-Restricted Housing in Dorchester, MA 02121
168 Seaver Street, Boston, MA 02121
285 units · Studio–4+ BR
Management office: (781) 794-1000Directions
How to apply
- Call the management office at (781) 794-1000 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1988
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 6 Studio · 90 1 bedroom · 96 2 bedrooms · 50 3 bedrooms · 43 4+ bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 93/100 (May 2026) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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- Apply through Boston Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rents and income limits in 02121
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,650/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $106,000/yr
- Renters in 02121 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 59%
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 | 02121 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,130 | $2,440 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,230 | $2,518 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,650 | $3,008 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,180 | $3,584 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,510 | $3,953 |
Wider area = Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,650 (02119) to $4,510 (02199).
Census figures for 02121 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,325. Median household income $43,136. 77% of homes are rented. 59% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 33% 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 02121's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 02121Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Blue/Elm Hill (Granite #3)?
Call (781) 794-1000 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Blue/Elm Hill (Granite #3) in Dorchester, MA 02121. These records do not show openings.
Is Blue/Elm Hill (Granite #3) Section 8 housing?
Blue/Elm Hill (Granite #3) is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Blue/Elm Hill (Granite #3)?
Public records list 285 units at Blue/Elm Hill (Granite #3) in Dorchester, MA 02121. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Blue/Elm Hill (Granite #3)?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 02121 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 Blue/Elm Hill (Granite #3)?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Blue/Elm Hill (Granite #3) in Dorchester, MA 02121. 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 Dorchester, MA 02121?
Most income-restricted buildings in Dorchester, MA 02121 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 Dorchester, MA 02121?
For many programs in Dorchester, MA 02121, 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 Dorchester, MA 02121?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Dorchester, MA 02121, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Dorchester, MA 02121 is $2,650 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 Blue/Elm Hill (Granite #3) take Section 8 vouchers?
Blue/Elm Hill (Granite #3) is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
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.