About This Property
Bourne Housing Authority operates 132 units of public housing in Pocasset, Massachusetts within Barnstable County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. The property serves as a public housing resource in the area.
Waitlist Information
Applications are available for Federal Housing (Roland Phinney Place for elderly/disabled) and State-Aided Housing (Continental Apartments for elderly/disabled, Waterhouse Apartments for special needs/wheelchair accessible, and Windswept Acres for family). Preferences for state-aided housing include veterans and Bourne residents; elderly and disabled preferences apply to specific properties. The estimated wait time is 2-3 years, and income eligibility is typically no more than 80% of the area median income.
The BHA participates in the Massachusetts NAHRO Centralized Section 8 Waiting List. The wait time for this program is 10 or more years.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 28, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Barnstable County, MA
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,486 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,585 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,082 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,541 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,897 |
Income Limits - Barnstable County, MA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,050
- Low (80%)
- $54,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,900
- Low (80%)
- $62,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,750
- Low (80%)
- $70,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $29,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,600
- Low (80%)
- $77,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,500
- Low (80%)
- $84,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $56,400
- Low (80%)
- $90,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $60,300
- Low (80%)
- $96,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $64,200
- Low (80%)
- $102,650
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $20,450 | $34,050 | $54,450 |
| 2 Persons | $23,350 | $38,900 | $62,200 |
| 3 Persons | $26,250 | $43,750 | $70,000 |
| 4 Persons | $29,150 | $48,600 | $77,750 |
| 5 Persons | $31,500 | $52,500 | $84,000 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $56,400 | $90,200 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $60,300 | $96,450 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $64,200 | $102,650 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Pocasset, MA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Barnstable County, MA is: $1486 (Studio), $1585 (1BR), $2082 (2BR), $2541 (3BR), $2897 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Bourne Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Bourne Housing Authority have?+
Bourne Housing Authority has a total of 132 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Bourne Housing Authority?+
Bourne Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5085637485, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
Is there a waitlist for Bourne Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Barnstable County, MA?+
For a 4-person household in Barnstable County, MA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $29,150, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $48,600, Low Income (80% AMI): $77,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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