Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Bernardston, MA 01337
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 01337 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Bernardston, MA 01337. 20 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 01337
Leyden Woods
24 Leyden Woods Ln, Greenfield, MA 01301
5.1 mi away
200 units · 164 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Leyden Woods Apartments
2-6 Heather Court, Greenfield Town, MA 01301
5.1 mi away
200 units · 181 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Huckle Hill Senior Housing
82 Huckle Hill Rd, Vernon, VT 05354
5.1 mi away
24 units · 10 income-restricted · 1 BR
Vernon Senior Housing
82 Hucklehill Rd, Vernon, VT 05354
5.2 mi away
24 units · 18 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Moltenbrey Apts
76 Ave a, Turners Falls, MA 01376
5.7 mi away
26 units · Studio · People experiencing homelessness
Power Town
152 Avenue a, Turners Falls, MA 01376
5.8 mi away
81 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Hastings Street
62 Hastings St, Greenfield Town, MA 01301
6.3 mi away
4 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Vernon Birches
63 Stebbins Rd, Vernon, VT 05354
6.5 mi away
15 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Winslow
132 Main St, Greenfield, MA 01301
6.6 mi away
55 units · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Greenfield Gardens
2 Riverside Dr, Greenfield Town, MA 01301
6.9 mi away
202 units · 120 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Park Villa
1 Park Villa Dr, Turners Falls, MA 01376
7 mi away
56 units · 1 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Arbors at Greenfield
15 Meridian St, Greenfield, MA 01301
7.6 mi away
76 units · 32 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Hinsdale Family Housing
22 Main St, Hinsdale, NH 03451
8.4 mi away
16 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 01337
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,990/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $79,600/yr
- Renters in 01337 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 43%
Income limits (2026)
Franklin County, MA area · median family income $109,900. 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 | $46,000 | $73,650 |
| 2 | $31,600 | $52,550 | $84,200 |
| 3 | $35,550 | $59,200 | $94,700 |
| 4 | $39,450 | $65,750 | $105,200 |
| 5 | $42,650 | $71,050 | $113,650 |
| 6 | $45,800 | $76,300 | $122,050 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $81,550 | $130,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $86,800 | $138,900 |
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 | 01337 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,390 | $1,311 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,520 | $1,439 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,990 | $1,882 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,370 | $2,242 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,620 | $2,473 |
Wider area = Franklin County, MA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,530 (05354) to $1,980 (01360).
Census figures for 01337 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,333. Median household income $85,045. 19% of homes are rented. 43% 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 01337's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 01337Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Bernardston, MA 01337?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Bernardston, MA 01337, 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 Bernardston, MA 01337 have openings?
These lists for Bernardston, MA 01337 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 Bernardston, MA 01337?
Use the phone number on each building card in Bernardston, MA 01337. 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 Bernardston, MA 01337?
In Bernardston, MA 01337, 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 ZIP 01337?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 01337 right now. 20 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 01337?
Yes — this page also lists 20 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Bernardston, MA 01337 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Bernardston, MA 01337?
Most income-restricted buildings in Bernardston, MA 01337 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 $46,000, and $65,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($73,650 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 Bernardston, MA 01337?
For many programs in Bernardston, MA 01337, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $46,000 a year for 1 person and $65,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $73,650 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 Bernardston, MA 01337?
There is no single waiting list for Bernardston, MA 01337. 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 Bernardston, MA 01337?
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 Bernardston, MA 01337?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Bernardston, MA 01337, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Bernardston, MA 01337 is $1,990 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 Bernardston, MA 01337?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Bernardston, MA 01337. 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 Bernardston, MA 01337?
This page may still list buildings in Bernardston, MA 01337 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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