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Fall River Housing Authority

85 Morgan St, Fall River, MA, 02721

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 21 hr ago

About This Property

Fall River Housing Authority operates 4,493 public housing units across Fall River, MA in Bristol County. Both the public housing and Section 8 assistance waitlists are currently closed to new applicants. The authority provides rental assistance and affordable housing options to eligible residents in the community.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

When open, applications are available on the Fall River Housing Authority website; preferences include emergency (e.g., fire, natural disaster), local residency, employed/education/work-exempt, and veteran priority.

Last verified April 5, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Applications are accepted at the main office for families, elderly, and handicapped people. Subsidy is available for private apartments in the Greater Fall River Area.

Last verified February 26, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

4493

Fair Market Rent - Bristol 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	$1,027
1 Bedroom	$1,205
2 Bedroom	$1,463
3 Bedroom	$1,769
4 Bedroom	$2,049

Income Limits - Bristol 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 Fall River, MA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Bristol County, MA is: $1027 (Studio), $1205 (1BR), $1463 (2BR), $1769 (3BR), $2049 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Fall River Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Fall River Housing Authority have?+

Fall River Housing Authority has a total of 4493 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Fall River Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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 Fall River Housing Authority?+

Fall River Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5086753500, 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 Bristol County, MA?+

For a 4-person household in Bristol 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.

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