Low Income (LIHTC)Waitlist Open

Ships Watch/River'S Edge

4001 N Main St, Fall River, MA, 2720

Information verified April 17, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Ships Watch/River's Edge is a 99-unit affordable housing community in Fall River, MA that includes 20 low-income units. The property has been in service since 1988 and is funded through tax-exempt bonds.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Fall River Housing Authority

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

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

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

1988

Low-Income Units

20 / 99

Funding Programs

Tax-Exempt Bond

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 Ships Watch/River'S Edge is typically 30% of household income or less.

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.

Who manages Ships Watch/River'S Edge?+

Ships Watch/River'S Edge is managed by . You can reach them at .

Is there a waitlist for Ships Watch/River'S Edge?+

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 Ships Watch/River'S Edge?+

Ships Watch/River'S Edge is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , 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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