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South End Tenants Housing Ii

401 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA, 2118

Information verified April 18, 2026ยทWe re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

South End Tenants Housing II is a 185-unit residential property in Boston, MA that has been in service since 2004. The property contains 170 low-income units across a mix of studio through 4-bedroom floor plans, including 20 studios, 68 one-bedroom, 73 two-bedroom, 8 three-bedroom, and 16 four-bedroom units. This non-profit owned development was financed through tax-exempt bonds and FHA funding and operates under 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Boston Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist
Open
Apply: Multiple

BHA waiting lists are online. There are 2 separate portals: one for BHA State Public Housing and another for all other BHA Administered Programs. Waiting time can be over ten years. A community's waiting list may range from 1,200 to 13,000 applicants.

Last verified February 9, 2026
Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist
Closed

The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program is currently closed to new applicants. Only Priority 1 Applicants may apply for Non-Elderly Housing Choice Voucher Programs (Section 8).

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units
185
Studio
20
1 Bedroom
68
2 Bedroom
73
3 Bedroom
8
4 Bedroom
16

Fair Market Rent - Suffolk County, MA

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

BedroomsFMR
Studio/Efficiency$2,212
1 Bedroom$2,377
2 Bedroom$2,827
3 Bedroom$3,418
4 Bedroom$3,765

Income Limits - Suffolk 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

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service
2004
LIHTC Credit Type
4%
Low-Income Units
170 / 185
Funding Programs
FHA InsuredTax-Exempt Bond
Designations
Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Boston, MA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Suffolk County, MA is: $2212 (Studio), $2377 (1BR), $2827 (2BR), $3418 (3BR), $3765 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like South End Tenants Housing Ii is typically 30% of household income or less.

What size apartments are available at South End Tenants Housing Ii?+

South End Tenants Housing Ii offers the following unit types: 20 Studio, 68 One-Bedroom, 73 Two-Bedroom, 8 Three-Bedroom, 16 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 185 units.

Who manages South End Tenants Housing Ii?+

South End Tenants Housing Ii is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.

Is there a waitlist for South End Tenants Housing Ii?+

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 South End Tenants Housing Ii?+

South End Tenants Housing Ii 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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Suffolk County, MA?+

For a 4-person household in Suffolk 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.

What is the price range for apartments in Boston, MA?+

Based on Fair Market Rent for Suffolk County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $2377, 2-bedroom: $2827, 3-bedroom: $3418. Actual rent at South End Tenants Housing Ii may be lower for income-eligible households.

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Walk Score

Walker's Paradise

97
Walk
95
Transit
93
Bike

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Location

Suffolk County, MA

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