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Tunnel Brook Townhouses

522 W Shaft Rd Apt 5, North Adams, MA, 1247

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Tunnel Brook Townhouses offers 35 low-income rental units in North Adams, Massachusetts. The community includes six one-bedroom and twenty-nine two-bedroom townhomes that have been in service since 1991. This Berkshire County property provides affordable housing options for eligible residents.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by North Adams Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist
Open
Apply: Multiple

Preferences are given to households displaced through no fault of their own, including domestic violence, those who are homeless or at risk, those with a health priority, those paying over 50% of income for rent, and military veterans; federal preferences also apply. For the Elderly + Disabled Public Housing Program, applicants must be over 50 or disabled.

Last verified February 17, 2026
Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist
Closed

The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units
35
1 Bedroom
6
2 Bedroom
29

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.

BedroomsFMR
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.

1 Person
Extremely Low (30%)
$17,700
Very Low (50%)
$29,450
Low (80%)
$47,150
2 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$20,200
Very Low (50%)
$33,650
Low (80%)
$53,850
3 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$22,750
Very Low (50%)
$37,850
Low (80%)
$60,600
4 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$26,500
Very Low (50%)
$42,050
Low (80%)
$67,300
5 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$31,040
Very Low (50%)
$45,450
Low (80%)
$72,700
6 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$35,580
Very Low (50%)
$48,800
Low (80%)
$78,100
7 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$40,120
Very Low (50%)
$52,150
Low (80%)
$83,500
8 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$44,660
Very Low (50%)
$55,550
Low (80%)
$88,850

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service
1991
Low-Income Units
35 / 35

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 Tunnel Brook Townhouses is typically 30% of household income or less.

What size apartments are available at Tunnel Brook Townhouses?+

Tunnel Brook Townhouses offers the following unit types: 6 One-Bedroom, 29 Two-Bedroom units, for a total of 35 units.

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.

Who manages Tunnel Brook Townhouses?+

Tunnel Brook Townhouses is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.

Is there a waitlist for Tunnel Brook Townhouses?+

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 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. Actual rent at Tunnel Brook Townhouses may be lower for income-eligible households.

How do I apply for housing at Tunnel Brook Townhouses?+

Tunnel Brook Townhouses 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.

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Nearby Schools

7,8,9,10,11,12,UG
PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5,6
KG,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8

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Location

Berkshire County, MA

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