Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Winchester, MA 01890
1 affordable building in 01890 · 48 more within 5 mi
Winchester, MA 01890 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit, 1 Section 8, and 1 senior. 48 more are listed within 5 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 01890
No buildings in 01890 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 48 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Spring Court Ext
1 Spring Court Ext Apt 1A1, Woburn, MA 01801
1.7 mi away
100 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Woburn Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 28 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Saltonstall Sr Cit Cen
22 Allston St, Medford, MA 02155
2.5 mi away
281 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Medford Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Mountain View Terrace
1-15 Mountain View Dr, Stoneham, MA 02180
2.6 mi away
194 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Visiting Nurse Assisted Living
405 Alewife Brook Parkway, Somerville, MA 02144
2.7 mi away
99 units · 72 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Weldon Manor
35 Bradlee Rd Apt 311, Medford, MA 02155
2.8 mi away
75 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Medford Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Lexington Ha
2 Countryside Vlg, Lexington, MA 02420
2.9 mi away
60 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Lexington Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 40 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Millbrook Square Apts
17 Mill St, Arlington, MA 02476
2.9 mi away
146 units · 145 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Broadwal Homes
110 Broadway, Arlington, MA 02474
3 mi away
11 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Riverside Towers
99 Riverside Ave, Medford, MA 02155
3.2 mi away
200 units · 199 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Clarendon Hill Towers
1366 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02144
3.3 mi away
501 units · 472 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Cefalo Memorial Complex
245 W Wyoming St, Melrose, MA 02176
3.4 mi away
107 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Pleasant St
557 Pleasant St, Malden, MA 02148
3.5 mi away
171 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Malden Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 23 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 01890
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $3,170/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $126,800/yr
- Renters in 01890 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 39%
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 | 01890 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,570 | $2,440 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,650 | $2,518 |
| 2 bedrooms | $3,170 | $3,008 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,780 | $3,584 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,170 | $3,953 |
Wider area = Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,650 (02476) to $3,860 (02420).
Census figures for 01890 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,279. Median household income $230,198. 18% of homes are rented. 39% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 26% 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 01890's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 01890Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Winchester, MA 01890?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Winchester, MA 01890, 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 Winchester, MA 01890 have openings?
These lists for Winchester, MA 01890 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 Winchester, MA 01890?
Use the phone number on each building card in Winchester, MA 01890. 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 Winchester, MA 01890?
In Winchester, MA 01890, 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 01890?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Winchester, MA 01890. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 01890?
Yes — this page also lists 48 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Winchester, MA 01890 (within about 5 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Winchester, MA 01890?
Most income-restricted buildings in Winchester, MA 01890 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 Winchester, MA 01890?
For many programs in Winchester, MA 01890, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Winchester, MA 01890?
There is no single waiting list for Winchester, MA 01890. 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 Winchester, MA 01890?
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. This page lists project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Winchester, MA 01890. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Winchester, MA 01890?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Winchester, MA 01890, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Winchester, MA 01890 is $3,170 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 Winchester, MA 01890?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Winchester, MA 01890. 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 Winchester, MA 01890?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Winchester, MA 01890. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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.
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