Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Mendon, MA 01756
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 01756 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Mendon, MA 01756. 40 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 7 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 01756
The 20 closest of 40 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Maher Court
30 Maher Ct, Milford, MA 01757
4.1 mi away
65 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Milford Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 19 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Uxbridge Millville Regional Housing
99 East Hartford Avenue, Uxbridge, MA 01569
4.7 mi away
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Linwood Mill
670 Linwood Ave, Whitinsville, MA 01588
5.2 mi away
75 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Mt Vernon/ Temple North Apts
98 Rivulet St, Woonsocket, RI 02895
5.6 mi away
124 units · 123 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Deerfield Commons Apts
190 St Paul Street, North Smithfield, RI 02895
5.6 mi away
80 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Waterview Apts (Trio Sisters)
300 Privilege St, Woonsocket, RI 02895
5.8 mi away
100 units · 95 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Crepeau Ct & St Germain Manor
429 E School St Apt 621, Woonsocket, RI 02895
6.1 mi away
151 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Woonsocket Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Parkview Manor
218 Pond St Apt 311, Woonsocket, RI 02895
6.2 mi away
126 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Woonsocket Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 27 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Fairmount Manor
525 Second Ave, Woonsocket, RI 02895
6.2 mi away
139 units · 138 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Cotton Mill Apartments
17 Douglas Rd, Whitinsville, MA 01588
6.3 mi away
55 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Erik Estates
99 Elm St, Woonsocket, RI 02895
6.3 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
John F Kennedy Manor
547 Clinton St Apt 411, Woonsocket, RI 02895
6.3 mi away
198 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Woonsocket Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Morin Heights
97 Morin Heights Blvd, Woonsocket, RI 02895
6.4 mi away
282 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Woonsocket Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 19 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Leo R Tanguay Apartments
129 Main ST, Woonsocket, RI 02895
6.5 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Plaza Village
180 Village Rd, Woonsocket, RI 02895
6.5 mi away
228 units · 116 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 01756
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,920/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $116,800/yr
- Renters in 01756 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 79%
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 | 01756 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,130 | $1,740 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,230 | $1,910 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,920 | $2,499 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,000 | $3,424 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,370 | $3,736 |
Wider area = Eastern Worcester County, MA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,720 (02895) to $2,650 (02019).
Census figures for 01756 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,840. Median household income $132,256. 13% of homes are rented. 79% 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 01756's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 01756Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Mendon, MA 01756?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Mendon, MA 01756, 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 Mendon, MA 01756 have openings?
These lists for Mendon, MA 01756 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 Mendon, MA 01756?
Use the phone number on each building card in Mendon, MA 01756. 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 Mendon, MA 01756?
In Mendon, MA 01756, 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 01756?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 01756 right now. 40 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 01756?
Yes — this page also lists 40 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Mendon, MA 01756 (within about 7 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Mendon, MA 01756?
Most income-restricted buildings in Mendon, MA 01756 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 Mendon, MA 01756?
For many programs in Mendon, MA 01756, 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 Mendon, MA 01756?
There is no single waiting list for Mendon, MA 01756. 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 Mendon, MA 01756?
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 Mendon, MA 01756?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Mendon, MA 01756, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Mendon, MA 01756 is $2,920 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 Mendon, MA 01756?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Mendon, MA 01756. 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 Mendon, MA 01756?
This page may still list buildings in Mendon, MA 01756 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; HUD Public Housing Developments, 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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