About This Property
Puerta De La Esperanza comprises 33 low-income rental units in Holyoke, MA, with a unit mix of twenty-six 2-bedroom and seven 3-bedroom apartments. The property has been in service since 2002 and is financed through 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. A non-profit organization owns and operates this affordable housing community.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Holyoke Housing Authority
Preferences include homelessness due to natural forces, public action, or involuntary displacement by domestic violence, rape, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking, and Holyoke residents also receive a preference.
The Holyoke Housing Authority Section 8 (HCV) waiting list is currently closed and was last open in 2025; it participates in the Massachusetts Section 8 Centralized Waiting List, which is not currently accepting applications.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 18, 2026
Property Details
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.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,450
- Low (80%)
- $47,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,650
- Low (80%)
- $53,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $22,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,850
- Low (80%)
- $60,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,050
- Low (80%)
- $67,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,450
- Low (80%)
- $72,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,800
- Low (80%)
- $78,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,150
- Low (80%)
- $83,500
- 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 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Holyoke, 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 Puerta De La Esperanza is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Puerta De La Esperanza?+
Puerta De La Esperanza offers the following unit types: 26 Two-Bedroom, 7 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 33 units.
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.
Who manages Puerta De La Esperanza?+
Puerta De La Esperanza is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
How do I apply for housing at Puerta De La Esperanza?+
Puerta De La Esperanza 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.
Is there a waitlist for Puerta De La Esperanza?+
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 Holyoke, MA?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Hampden County, the estimated price range is: 2-bedroom: $1375, 3-bedroom: $1669. Actual rent at Puerta De La Esperanza may be lower for income-eligible households.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Very Walkable
Nearby Schools
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