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Yarmouth Housing Authority

Name: Yarmouth Housing Authority
Address: Long Pond Plz, South Yarmouth, MA, 02664, US
Telephone: 5083982920

Long Pond Plz, South Yarmouth, MA, 02664

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 13 hr ago

About This Property

Yarmouth Housing Authority operates 318 units of public housing in South Yarmouth, MA, within Barnstable County. The housing authority currently maintains closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 voucher programs. Interested applicants can contact the authority directly to inquire about future availability and application procedures.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Closes May 29, 2026

Apply: Multiple

The Yarmouth Housing Authority accepts pre-applications for its State Aided Housing (Chapter 667) for elderly and disabled individuals through CHAMP. Preferences may be given to veterans and individuals who live or work in the community, and declining two invitations will purge an application from the waitlist.

Last verified March 11, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Closes May 29, 2026

Apply: Multiple

The Section 8 program is part of the Massachusetts Section 8 Centralized Waiting List; income limits apply, and applicants must be eligible US citizens and not owe money to any housing authority. Criminal background checks are conducted upon selection from the waiting list, and residency preferences are often given to locals.

Last verified March 27, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

318

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.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $20,450
Very Low (50%): $34,050
Low (80%): $54,450

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,350
Very Low (50%): $38,900
Low (80%): $62,200

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,250
Very Low (50%): $43,750
Low (80%): $70,000

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,150
Very Low (50%): $48,600
Low (80%): $77,750

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,500
Very Low (50%): $52,500
Low (80%): $84,000

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $56,400
Low (80%): $90,200

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $60,300
Low (80%): $96,450

8 Persons

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in South Yarmouth, 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 Yarmouth Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Yarmouth Housing Authority have?+

Yarmouth Housing Authority has a total of 318 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Yarmouth Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

How do I apply for housing at Yarmouth Housing Authority?+

Yarmouth Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5083982920, 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.

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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