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Burlington Housing Authority
Burlington, Massachusetts
Last Updated
9 hours ago
About Burlington Housing Authority
The Burlington Housing Authority, located in Burlington, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, manages approximately 96 assisted housing units. These units include 96 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, providing affordable housing options for eligible low-income individuals and families within its service area.
Currently, the Public Housing program is open for applications. However, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs are closed to new applicants at this time. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit is $82,700 per year, based on the Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area.
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Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 20, 2024
How to Apply
Online, In-person, Mail
Additional Notes
The online application is a pre-application, and a full application packet and interview are required for eligibility.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Unknown
Additional Notes
Grandview Commons offers age-restricted (62+) accessible one-bedroom units (111 and 202); no pets are allowed.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online or In-person
Additional Notes
Local preference is given to veterans and applicants who live or work in Burlington, MA. The waiting list is very long.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Multi-Family Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, In-person, Phone
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted for Burlington Homes and Spencer Brown Thomas Homes; applicants must be 62 or older, disabled, handicapped, or near elderly (55-61 with disability). Section 8 vouchers/HCV are not accepted for these programs.
Other Programs
3 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
Most applicants will be placed on a waiting list. The wait for assistance can be five years or longer. The wait for a property can be two to four years.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) provides rental assistance attached to specific apartments. Applications can be picked up in person or printed from a link.
Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) properties give preference to elderly individuals (62+) or people living with disabilities.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Burlington Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Burlington Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Burlington Housing Authority currently has 4 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Other Programs, Public Housing, Senior Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Burlington Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $82,700/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Burlington Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Burlington Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Burlington Housing Authority manages approximately 96 assisted housing units (96 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Burlington. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Burlington Housing Authority
Affordable Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at Burlington Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Burlington. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Burlington Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Burlington. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Burlington Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Senior Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at Burlington Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Burlington. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Burlington Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Burlington. This program serves approximately 96 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Burlington Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Burlington. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Burlington Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Burlington maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Burlington Housing Authority?
Burlington Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Burlington Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $82,700. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $34,750 | $57,900 | $92,650 |
| 2 Persons | $39,700 | $66,200 | $105,850 |
| 3 Persons | $44,650 | $74,450 | $119,100 |
| 4 Persons | $49,600 | $82,700 | $132,300 |
| 5 Persons | $53,600 | $89,350 | $142,900 |
| 6 Persons | $57,550 | $95,950 | $153,500 |
| 7 Persons | $61,550 | $102,550 | $164,100 |
| 8 Persons | $65,500 | $109,200 | $174,650 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Burlington Housing Authority — including across state lines.