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Holden Housing Authority

Name: Holden Housing Authority
Address: 9 Flagler Dr, Holden, MA, 01520, US
Telephone: 5086353115

9 Flagler Dr, Holden, MA, 01520

Information verified September 28, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 2 hr ago

About This Property

Holden Housing Authority operates 59 units of public housing in Holden, MA within Worcester County. The property currently has closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Holden Housing Authority accepts public housing pre-applications. Local preference is given to Holden residents for elderly/disabled units (Checkerberry Village, 60+ or disabled) and family units (Holden Commons, 3-bedroom). State Public Housing also has Veteran and Local Residents preferences. Declining two invitations may result in the application being purged from the waitlist. Contact the Housing Authority at (508) 829-9182 or (978) 537-5300 to apply or learn more.

Last verified June 3, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened January 4, 2003

Closed January 13, 2025

The Massachusetts Section 8 Centralized Waiting List, in which Holden Housing Authority participates, closed for new mobile voucher applications statewide effective January 13, 2025. Eligibility is based on income, family size, citizenship status, and criminal history.

Last verified July 28, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 28, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Fair Market Rent - Worcester 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	$1,072
1 Bedroom	$1,238
2 Bedroom	$1,582
3 Bedroom	$2,055
4 Bedroom	$2,373

Income Limits - Worcester County, MA

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $18,850
Very Low (50%): $31,400
Low (80%): $50,200

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,550
Very Low (50%): $35,850
Low (80%): $57,400

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $24,250
Very Low (50%): $40,350
Low (80%): $64,550

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,900
Very Low (50%): $44,800
Low (80%): $71,700

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $48,400
Low (80%): $77,450

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $52,000
Low (80%): $83,200

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $55,600
Low (80%): $88,950

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $59,150
Low (80%): $94,650

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$18,850	$31,400	$50,200
2 Persons	$21,550	$35,850	$57,400
3 Persons	$24,250	$40,350	$64,550
4 Persons	$26,900	$44,800	$71,700
5 Persons	$31,040	$48,400	$77,450
6 Persons	$35,580	$52,000	$83,200
7 Persons	$40,120	$55,600	$88,950
8 Persons	$44,660	$59,150	$94,650

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Worcester County, MA is: $1072 (Studio), $1238 (1BR), $1582 (2BR), $2055 (3BR), $2373 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Holden Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Holden Housing Authority have?+

Holden Housing Authority has a total of 59 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Holden 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 Holden Housing Authority?+

Holden Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5086353115, 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.

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

For a 4-person household in Worcester County, MA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,900, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $44,800, Low Income (80% AMI): $71,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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