About This Property
Winchendon Housing Assoc comprises 36 low-income residential units in Winchendon, MA, with a mix of 12 one-bedroom, 18 two-bedroom, and 6 three-bedroom apartments. The property serves households seeking affordable rental housing in Worcester County.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Winchendon Housing Authority
The waiting list is open for 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments with preferences for applicants who live or work in Winchendon, veterans, and those with qualified housing emergency situations.
The Winchendon Housing Authority participates in the Massachusetts Section 8 Centralized Waiting List, which accepts a single application for multiple participating PHAs. General qualifications include income limits, citizenship status, up-to-date payments to housing authorities, and criminal background checks.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 18, 2026
Property Details
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.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,850
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,400
- Low (80%)
- $50,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,850
- Low (80%)
- $57,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,350
- Low (80%)
- $64,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,800
- Low (80%)
- $71,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,400
- Low (80%)
- $77,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,000
- Low (80%)
- $83,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,600
- Low (80%)
- $88,950
- 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 |
Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Winchendon, 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 Winchendon Housing Assoc is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Winchendon Housing Assoc?+
Winchendon Housing Assoc offers the following unit types: 12 One-Bedroom, 18 Two-Bedroom, 6 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 36 units.
How do I apply for housing at Winchendon Housing Assoc?+
Winchendon Housing Assoc 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.
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.
Is there a waitlist for Winchendon Housing Assoc?+
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 Winchendon Housing Assoc?+
Winchendon Housing Assoc is managed by . You can reach them at .
What is the price range for apartments in Winchendon, MA?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Worcester County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1238, 2-bedroom: $1582, 3-bedroom: $2055. Actual rent at Winchendon Housing Assoc may be lower for income-eligible households.
Walk Score
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