Affordable & Low-Income Housing in South Lancaster, MA
No income-restricted buildings are listed in South Lancaster.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in South Lancaster, MA. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
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Rents and income limits in 01561
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $3,190/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $127,600/yr
Income limits (2026)
Eastern Worcester County, MA area · median family income $149,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $32,150 | $53,550 | $74,800 |
| 2 | $36,750 | $61,200 | $85,450 |
| 3 | $41,350 | $68,850 | $96,150 |
| 4 | $45,900 | $76,500 | $106,800 |
| 5 | $49,600 | $82,650 | $115,350 |
| 6 | $53,250 | $88,750 | $123,900 |
| 7 | $56,950 | $94,900 | $132,450 |
| 8 | $60,600 | $101,000 | $141,000 |
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 | 01561 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,220 | $1,740 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,440 | $1,910 |
| 2 bedrooms | $3,190 | $2,499 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,370 | $3,424 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,770 | $3,736 |
Wider area = Eastern Worcester County, MA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,860 (01583) to $3,190 (01523).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 01561's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 01561Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in South Lancaster, MA?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in South Lancaster, MA, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in South Lancaster, MA have openings?
These lists for South Lancaster, MA don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in South Lancaster, MA?
Use the phone number on each building card in South Lancaster, MA. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in South Lancaster, MA?
In South Lancaster, MA, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in South Lancaster, MA?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in South Lancaster, MA right now. Nearby ZIP codes on this page may still have buildings you can call.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in South Lancaster, MA?
Most income-restricted buildings in South Lancaster, MA 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 $53,550, and $76,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($74,800 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 South Lancaster, MA?
For many programs in South Lancaster, MA, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $53,550 a year for 1 person and $76,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $74,800 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in South Lancaster, MA?
There is no single waiting list for South Lancaster, MA. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in South Lancaster, MA?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in South Lancaster, MA?
In public housing and most Section 8 in South Lancaster, MA, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near South Lancaster, MA is $3,190 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in South Lancaster, MA?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in South Lancaster, MA. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in South Lancaster, MA?
This page may still list buildings in South Lancaster, MA that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.