About This Property
Brayton Hill Apts is a 100-unit affordable housing community in North Adams, MA, with 90 units designated for low-income households. The property features a mix of floor plans including 36 one-bedroom, 12 two-bedroom, 24 three-bedroom, and 28 four-bedroom units. The community has been in operation since 1997 and utilizes 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by North Adams Housing Authority
Applications are processed by submission date with federal preferences applied. Preferences include displacement, homelessness, health priority, high rent burden (over 50% of income for rent), or military service. Eligibility for elderly/disabled units requires applicants to be over 50 or disabled.
The waiting list was last open in August 2024 and is currently closed as of July 2026. Preferences include victims of domestic violence, local residency (North Adams and surrounding towns), homelessness, and displacement by government action. Selection for the waiting list is by random lottery, sorted by preference.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Berkshire 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 | $950 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,100 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,402 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,807 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,867 |
Income Limits - Berkshire County, MA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,450
- Low (80%)
- $47,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,650
- Low (80%)
- $53,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $22,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,850
- Low (80%)
- $60,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,050
- Low (80%)
- $67,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,450
- Low (80%)
- $72,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,800
- Low (80%)
- $78,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,150
- Low (80%)
- $83,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,550
- Low (80%)
- $88,850
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,700 | $29,450 | $47,150 |
| 2 Persons | $20,200 | $33,650 | $53,850 |
| 3 Persons | $22,750 | $37,850 | $60,600 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $42,050 | $67,300 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $45,450 | $72,700 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $48,800 | $78,100 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $52,150 | $83,500 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $55,550 | $88,850 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in North Adams, MA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Berkshire County, MA is: $950 (Studio), $1100 (1BR), $1402 (2BR), $1807 (3BR), $1867 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Brayton Hill Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Brayton Hill Apts?+
Brayton Hill Apts offers the following unit types: 36 One-Bedroom, 12 Two-Bedroom, 24 Three-Bedroom, 28 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 100 units.
Is there a waitlist for Brayton Hill Apts?+
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.
Who manages Brayton Hill Apts?+
Brayton Hill Apts is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
How do I apply for housing at Brayton Hill Apts?+
Brayton Hill Apts is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Berkshire County, MA?+
For a 4-person household in Berkshire County, MA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,050, Low Income (80% AMI): $67,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
What is the price range for apartments in North Adams, MA?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Berkshire County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1100, 2-bedroom: $1402, 3-bedroom: $1807. Actual rent at Brayton Hill Apts may be lower for income-eligible households.
Contact Information
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