Greater Marlboro Prog a & B — Income-Restricted Housing in Marlborough, MA 01752
40 Mechanic Street, Marlborough, MA 01752
20 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Leasing office: (508) 485-4227Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (508) 485-4227 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
- 1981
- Bedrooms
- 20 1 bedroom
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 94/100 (Dec 2023) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 01752
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,650/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $106,000/yr
- Renters in 01752 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 | 01752 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,150 | $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 (01749) to $3,400 (01772).
Census figures for 01752 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,871. Median household income $91,968. 44% of homes are rented. 59% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 30% 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 01752's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 01752Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Greater Marlboro Prog a & B?
Call (508) 485-4227 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Greater Marlboro Prog a & B in Marlborough, MA 01752. These records do not show openings.
Is Greater Marlboro Prog a & B Section 8 housing?
Greater Marlboro Prog a & B 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 Greater Marlboro Prog a & B?
Public records list 20 units at Greater Marlboro Prog a & B in Marlborough, MA 01752. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Greater Marlboro Prog a & B?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 01752 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 Greater Marlboro Prog a & B?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Greater Marlboro Prog a & B in Marlborough, MA 01752. 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 Marlborough, MA 01752?
Most income-restricted buildings in Marlborough, MA 01752 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 Marlborough, MA 01752?
For many programs in Marlborough, MA 01752, 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 Marlborough, MA 01752?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Marlborough, MA 01752, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Marlborough, MA 01752 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 Greater Marlboro Prog a & B take Section 8 vouchers?
Greater Marlboro Prog a & B 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. 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.