Affordable & Low-Income Housing in West Yarmouth, MA 02673
1 affordable building in 02673 · 17 more within 6 mi
West Yarmouth, MA 02673 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 Section 8. 17 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 02673
No buildings in 02673 match this filter.
Nearby
Cape Cod Group Homes
47 Cedar St, Barnstable Town, MA 02601
1.4 mi away
5 units · People with disabilities
Colony House
500 Old Colony Rd, Hyannis, MA 02601
1.7 mi away
68 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Barnstable Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 60 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Cromwell Court
168 Barnstable Rd, Barnstable Town, MA 02601
1.9 mi away
124 units · 117 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Swan Pond Village
1001 Alewife Cir, South Yarmouth, MA 02664
2 mi away
150 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Residential Rehab Centers, Inc.
153 Run Pond Rd, South Yarmouth, MA 02664
2.2 mi away
14 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Simpkins School Residences
134 Old Main St, South Yarmouth, MA 02664
2.7 mi away
65 units · 58 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Brush Hill
47 Brush Hill Rd, Yarmouth Port, MA 02675
2.8 mi away
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Fawcetts Pond Village
148 W Main St, Barnstable Town, MA 02601
2.8 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · 1 BR
Weir Landing
170 Weir Road, Yarmouth Port, MA 02675
3.6 mi away
4 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Lewis Gordon Senior Housing
Route 134, South Dennis, MA 02660
5.4 mi away
64 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 02673
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,280/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $91,200/yr
- Renters in 02673 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 77%
Income limits (2026)
Barnstable Town, MA area · median family income $123,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $29,650 | $49,450 | $79,100 |
| 2 | $33,900 | $56,500 | $90,400 |
| 3 | $38,150 | $63,550 | $101,700 |
| 4 | $42,350 | $70,600 | $112,950 |
| 5 | $45,750 | $76,250 | $122,000 |
| 6 | $49,150 | $81,900 | $131,050 |
| 7 | $52,550 | $87,550 | $140,100 |
| 8 | $55,950 | $93,200 | $149,100 |
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 | 02673 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,730 | $1,889 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,740 | $1,902 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,280 | $2,488 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,860 | $3,121 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,410 | $3,721 |
Wider area = Barnstable Town, MA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,200 (02638) to $3,560 (02630).
Census figures for 02673 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,463. Median household income $73,854. 20% of homes are rented. 77% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 42% 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 02673's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 02673Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in West Yarmouth, MA 02673?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in West Yarmouth, MA 02673, 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 West Yarmouth, MA 02673 have openings?
These lists for West Yarmouth, MA 02673 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 West Yarmouth, MA 02673?
Use the phone number on each building card in West Yarmouth, MA 02673. 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 West Yarmouth, MA 02673?
In West Yarmouth, MA 02673, 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 02673?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in West Yarmouth, MA 02673. 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 02673?
Yes — this page also lists 17 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near West Yarmouth, MA 02673 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in West Yarmouth, MA 02673?
Most income-restricted buildings in West Yarmouth, MA 02673 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 $49,450, and $70,600 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($79,100 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 West Yarmouth, MA 02673?
For many programs in West Yarmouth, MA 02673, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $49,450 a year for 1 person and $70,600 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $79,100 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 West Yarmouth, MA 02673?
There is no single waiting list for West Yarmouth, MA 02673. 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 West Yarmouth, MA 02673?
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 in West Yarmouth, MA 02673. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in West Yarmouth, MA 02673?
In public housing and most Section 8 in West Yarmouth, MA 02673, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near West Yarmouth, MA 02673 is $2,280 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 West Yarmouth, MA 02673?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in West Yarmouth, MA 02673. 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 West Yarmouth, MA 02673?
This page may still list buildings in West Yarmouth, MA 02673 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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