About This Property
Bishop Allen Apartments offers 32 low-income units in Cambridge, MA, comprising five 2-bedroom and twenty-seven 3-bedroom apartments designed to serve families. The property, which opened in 2015, is owned and operated by a non-profit organization and financed through tax-exempt bonds and 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. Units at Bishop Allen Apartments are restricted to low-income households.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Cambridge Housing Authority
This waitlist is currently open for general occupancy; preferences include Cambridge residents, individuals in shelters or transitional facilities, and those employed or about to be employed in Cambridge.
Income must not exceed 50% of the Area Median Income, with 75% of annual admissions being extremely low income (30% AMI); duplicate applications are not accepted, and waitlists are ordered by date, time, and eligible preferences.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated November 7, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Middlesex 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 | $2,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,377 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,827 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,418 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,765 |
Income Limits - Middlesex County, MA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $28,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,000
- Low (80%)
- $70,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $32,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,700
- Low (80%)
- $80,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $36,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $60,400
- Low (80%)
- $90,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $67,100
- Low (80%)
- $101,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $43,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $72,500
- Low (80%)
- $109,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $46,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $77,850
- Low (80%)
- $117,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $49,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $83,250
- Low (80%)
- $125,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $53,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $88,600
- Low (80%)
- $133,400
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $28,200 | $47,000 | $70,750 |
| 2 Persons | $32,200 | $53,700 | $80,850 |
| 3 Persons | $36,250 | $60,400 | $90,950 |
| 4 Persons | $40,250 | $67,100 | $101,050 |
| 5 Persons | $43,500 | $72,500 | $109,150 |
| 6 Persons | $46,700 | $77,850 | $117,250 |
| 7 Persons | $49,950 | $83,250 | $125,350 |
| 8 Persons | $53,150 | $88,600 | $133,400 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Cambridge, MA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Middlesex County, MA is: $2212 (Studio), $2377 (1BR), $2827 (2BR), $3418 (3BR), $3765 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Bishop Allen Apartments is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Bishop Allen Apartments?+
Bishop Allen Apartments offers the following unit types: 5 Two-Bedroom, 27 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 32 units.
How do I apply for housing at Bishop Allen Apartments?+
Bishop Allen Apartments 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.
Who is eligible to live at Bishop Allen Apartments?+
Bishop Allen Apartments primarily serves families. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Middlesex County, MA?+
For a 4-person household in Middlesex County, MA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $40,250, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $67,100, Low Income (80% AMI): $101,050. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Bishop Allen Apartments?+
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.
Who manages Bishop Allen Apartments?+
Bishop Allen Apartments is managed by . You can reach them at .
What is the price range for apartments in Cambridge, MA?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Middlesex County, the estimated price range is: 2-bedroom: $2827, 3-bedroom: $3418. Actual rent at Bishop Allen Apartments may be lower for income-eligible households.
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