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North Reading Housing Authority

Name: North Reading Housing Authority
Address: 1 Peabody Ct, North Reading, MA, 01864, US
Telephone: 9786642982

1 Peabody Ct, North Reading, MA, 01864

Information verified June 19, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 10 hr ago

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About This Property

North Reading Housing Authority offers 22 public housing units in North Reading, MA. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The property is operated by the local housing authority.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

The North Reading Housing Authority accepts pre-applications for its state-aided public housing programs, including Peabody Court (elderly/non-elderly handicapped) and Swan Pond Road (family housing). Eligibility requires meeting state-aided income limits (e.g., 1 person $56,800, 2 people $64,900), U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status, and a criminal background check. Preferences may be given for local residency, and declining two invitations to apply will result in removal from the waitlist.

Last verified April 9, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Centralized Waiting List is managed through a Massachusetts Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Centralized Waiting List. The website indicates that applications are accepted for anyone who meets income eligibility requirements and waiting list conditions.

Last verified May 28, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 19, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

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.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $28,200
Very Low (50%): $47,000
Low (80%): $70,750

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,200
Very Low (50%): $53,700
Low (80%): $80,850

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,250
Very Low (50%): $60,400
Low (80%): $90,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,250
Very Low (50%): $67,100
Low (80%): $101,050

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $43,500
Very Low (50%): $72,500
Low (80%): $109,150

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $46,700
Very Low (50%): $77,850
Low (80%): $117,250

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $49,950
Very Low (50%): $83,250
Low (80%): $125,350

8 Persons

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in North Reading, 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 North Reading Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does North Reading Housing Authority have?+

North Reading Housing Authority has a total of 22 housing units.

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 North Reading Housing Authority?+

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.

How do I apply for housing at North Reading Housing Authority?+

North Reading Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9786642982, 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.

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