New Orchard Hill Estates — Income-Restricted Housing in Oxford, MA 01540
220 Orchard Hill Dr, Oxford, MA 01540
215 units · 196 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
How to apply
- No phone is listed. Try visiting the property or asking the city housing office how to apply.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 84 1 bedroom · 77 2 bedrooms · 47 3 bedrooms · 7 4+ bedrooms
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Orchard Hill Estates
165 Sutton St, Oxford, MA 01540
0.3 mi away
215 units · 196 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Richards Apartments
52 Hartley St, Webster, MA 01570
3.6 mi away
54 units · 51 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Golden Heights
11 Golden Hts, Webster, MA 01570
3.7 mi away
61 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Webster Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 24 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
North Village at Webster II
8 Village Way, Webster, MA 01570
3.9 mi away
134 units · 121 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Christopher Heights of Webster
338 Thompson Rd, Webster, MA 01570
5.6 mi away
83 units · 44 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Rents and income limits in 01540
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,860/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $74,400/yr
- Renters in 01540 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 73%
Income limits (2026)
Worcester, MA area · median family income $130,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $27,650 | $46,100 | $73,750 |
| 2 | $31,600 | $52,700 | $84,300 |
| 3 | $35,550 | $59,300 | $94,850 |
| 4 | $39,500 | $65,850 | $105,350 |
| 5 | $42,700 | $71,150 | $113,800 |
| 6 | $45,850 | $76,400 | $122,250 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $81,700 | $130,650 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $86,950 | $139,100 |
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 | 01540 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,430 | $1,577 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,440 | $1,587 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,860 | $2,043 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,300 | $2,560 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,550 | $2,915 |
Wider area = Worcester, MA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,450 (06255) to $2,120 (01516).
Census figures for 01540 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,173. Median household income $110,579. 16% of homes are rented. 73% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 57% 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 01540's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 01540Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to New Orchard Hill Estates?
No phone is listed for New Orchard Hill Estates. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is New Orchard Hill Estates Section 8 housing?
New Orchard Hill Estates is listed as income-restricted housing in Oxford, MA 01540 (lihtc). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at New Orchard Hill Estates?
Public records list 215 units at New Orchard Hill Estates in Oxford, MA 01540. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near New Orchard Hill Estates?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 01540 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 New Orchard Hill Estates?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at New Orchard Hill Estates in Oxford, MA 01540. 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 Oxford, MA 01540?
Most income-restricted buildings in Oxford, MA 01540 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 $46,100, and $65,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($73,750 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 Oxford, MA 01540?
For many programs in Oxford, MA 01540, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $46,100 a year for 1 person and $65,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $73,750 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 Oxford, MA 01540?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Oxford, MA 01540, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Oxford, MA 01540 is $1,860 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 New Orchard Hill Estates take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that New Orchard Hill Estates has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Oxford, MA 01540 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call New Orchard Hill Estates.
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.