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Pittsfield Housing Authority

Name: Pittsfield Housing Authority
Address: 65 Columbus Ave, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, US
Telephone: 4134435936

65 Columbus Ave, Pittsfield, MA, 01201

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 15 hr ago

About This Property

Pittsfield Housing Authority operates 743 units of public housing in Pittsfield, MA, serving Berkshire County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options for eligible residents.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Applications are placed on the waitlist by date and time of application. Applications are selected off the waitlist by date and time and according to preferences including: Families terminated from the HCV Program due to insufficient program funding, Project-Based Voucher residents in good standing after one year who request a tenant-based voucher, Residents of Berkshire County, and Families and elderly, disabled, or displaced individuals. Up to 25% of new lease-ups may give local preference to City of Pittsfield applicants experiencing qualifying emergency housing situations.

Last verified February 22, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Section 8 waitlist is closed. After one year of residency in the Project-Based program, a tenant in good standing may choose to opt out of the program and have their application placed at the top of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) mobile waitlist.

Last verified February 11, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

743

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.

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

How many units does Pittsfield Housing Authority have?+

Pittsfield Housing Authority has a total of 743 housing 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.

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

Pittsfield Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4134435936, 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 Pittsfield 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.

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