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Chicopee Housing Authority

128 Meeting House Rd, Chicopee, MA, 01013

Information verified April 17, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 16 hr ago

About This Property

Chicopee Housing Authority operates 952 units of public housing in Chicopee, MA within Hampden County. The property currently maintains closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 programs. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Eligibility is based on household income, veteran status, age, and disability; declining two invitations will purge an application from the waitlist.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Eligibility is based on income (below 50% AMI), US citizenship or eligible legal status, not owing money to a housing authority, and a criminal background check. One application applies to all participating housing authorities in the centralized list, with preferences often given to locals.

Last verified February 21, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

952

Fair Market Rent - Hampden 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	$934
1 Bedroom	$1,115
2 Bedroom	$1,375
3 Bedroom	$1,669
4 Bedroom	$1,954

Income Limits - Hampden 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 Chicopee, MA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Hampden County, MA is: $934 (Studio), $1115 (1BR), $1375 (2BR), $1669 (3BR), $1954 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Chicopee Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Chicopee Housing Authority have?+

Chicopee Housing Authority has a total of 952 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Chicopee Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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 Chicopee Housing Authority?+

Chicopee Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4135926132, 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 Hampden County, MA?+

For a 4-person household in Hampden 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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