About This Property
Butternut Farm & Amherst provides 26 low-income units in Amherst, Massachusetts, serving families, disabled individuals, and homeless residents. The property, which opened in 2011, contains three one-bedroom units, fourteen two-bedroom units, and nine three-bedroom units. The development receives funding through the HOME program.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Amherst Housing Authority
Applications for State-Aided Public Housing can be submitted online via CHAMP (Common Housing Application for Massachusetts Public-Housing) or by mailing/hand-carrying a completed paper application to the Amherst Housing Authority office. The waiting list for the specific 'Seventy Amherst Apartments' was last open on August 27, 2019, and is currently closed with no announced reopening date. Preferences for Seventy Amherst Apartments included current residents, municipal employees, employees of local businesses, and households with children in Amherst public schools, with selection by random lottery. Statewide, many public housing lists are currently open.
The Massachusetts Section 8 Centralized Waiting List, used by Amherst Housing Authority, closed effective January 13, 2025. A limited preference for applicants experiencing homelessness or at-risk of homelessness was implemented on July 31, 2020.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Hampshire 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 - Hampshire 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Amherst, MA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Hampshire County, MA is: $934 (Studio), $1115 (1BR), $1375 (2BR), $1669 (3BR), $1954 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Butternut Farm & Amherst is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Butternut Farm & Amherst?+
Butternut Farm & Amherst offers the following unit types: 3 One-Bedroom, 14 Two-Bedroom, 9 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 26 units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Hampshire County, MA?+
For a 4-person household in Hampshire 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.
What is the price range for apartments in Amherst, MA?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Hampshire County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1115, 2-bedroom: $1375, 3-bedroom: $1669. Actual rent at Butternut Farm & Amherst may be lower for income-eligible households.
Is there a waitlist for Butternut Farm & Amherst?+
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.
Who is eligible to live at Butternut Farm & Amherst?+
Butternut Farm & Amherst primarily serves families, persons with disabilities, formerly homeless individuals. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
How do I apply for housing at Butternut Farm & Amherst?+
Butternut Farm & Amherst 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.
Who manages Butternut Farm & Amherst?+
Butternut Farm & Amherst is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
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