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American Training by Chelmsford Housing
Chelmsford, Massachusetts
Last Updated
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About American Training by Chelmsford Housing
American Training by Chelmsford Housing (PHA Code: MA883) is situated in Chelmsford, Middlesex County, Massachusetts. This housing authority manages approximately 50 assisted housing units, including 50 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).
Currently, American Training by Chelmsford Housing has several programs open for applications. These include Affordable Housing, Affordable Unassisted, Public Housing, and the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. The "Other" program category has also recently opened its waitlist. For applicants, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area is $82,700 annually. Programs such as the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP) and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) are currently closed.
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Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
An Affordable Housing waitlist for American Training by Chelmsford Housing has a closing date of July 6, 2026.
Affordable Housing (Rental Lottery) Waitlist
Status
open
Closing Date
Jul 6, 2026
How to Apply
Additional Notes
An affordable rental lottery is open for one 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath duplex-style home at Cobblestone Place for households at 50% AMI.
Affordable Housing Lottery Waitlist
Status
open
Closing Date
Jul 6, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
An affordable rental lottery is open for one 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath duplex-style home at 50% AMI in the Cobblestone Place community, with an application deadline of July 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
Affordable Housing Resale Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for first-time homebuyers interested in purchasing affordable, deed-restricted homes in Chelmsford, with income and asset limits (a $75,000 asset limit applies, except for Windemere Estates). A mortgage preapproval must be submitted with the application.
Affordable Unassisted Waitlist
Status
open
Closing Date
Jul 6, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Application deadline is July 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Preference for local Chelmsford residents or those who work in Chelmsford. Some units are at The Commons at Drum Hill.
Affordable Unassisted Units Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted for waiting lists for affordable unassisted units. Preferences may be given to local residents or those who work in Chelmsford.
Homeownership Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Affordable Homeownership waitlist is currently accepting applications, which can be submitted via email or by phone.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 7, 2026
Closing Date
Jul 6, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
An affordable rental opportunity in Chelmsford is accepting applications through a lottery process. Local preference is given to residents, municipal employees, local business employees, or households with children attending local schools.
Specialized Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
American Training provides specialized, fully accessible housing for people with various needs and abilities in the Merrimack Valley area of Massachusetts, including 24-hour staff and support services.
Unassisted Age-Restricted Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted for state-aided senior housing developments for individuals 60+ and non-elderly disabled, with preferences for local Chelmsford residents and veterans.
Unassisted Family Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 24, 2025
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are currently being accepted for family housing units at Chelmsford Woods Residences, with income and household size requirements.
other Waitlist
Status
open
Closing Date
Jul 6, 2026
How to Apply
Unknown
Additional Notes
This is for the Cobblestone Place development.
Other Programs
6 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.
The Chelmsford Housing Authority acted as the lottery agent for an affordable housing opportunity in Acton, which closed for applications on April 5, 2026.
The Chelmsford Housing Authority uses the Massachusetts Section 8 Centralized Waiting List. Applicants must be at or below 50% of AMI.
The Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP) waiting list was last open from July 1, 2020, to July 10, 2020, with no announced reopening date.
This program is fully leased and the waiting list is currently closed. Updates on reopening will be posted on the website and advertised in local papers.
The Chelmsford Housing Authority has a number of project-based vouchers. These vouchers are allocated to a project unit, not to the tenant.
The Public Housing waiting list for American Training by Chelmsford Housing is closed.
Status History
Deadline: Jul 6, 2026
Official Application
Apply directly through the official American Training by Chelmsford Housing portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 American Training by Chelmsford Housing
Check Current Status
American Training by Chelmsford Housing currently has 12 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Affordable Housing (Rental Lottery), Affordable Housing Lottery, Affordable Housing Resale, Affordable Unassisted, Affordable Unassisted Units, Homeownership, Other, Specialized Housing, Unassisted Age-Restricted Housing, Unassisted Family Housing, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at American Training by Chelmsford Housing, 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 American Training by Chelmsford Housing portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at American Training by Chelmsford Housing, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. American Training by Chelmsford Housing manages approximately 50 assisted housing units (50 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Chelmsford. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at American Training by Chelmsford Housing
Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on July 6, 2026.
Affordable Housing (Rental Lottery) open
The Affordable Housing (Rental Lottery) program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on July 6, 2026.
Affordable Housing Lottery open
The Affordable Housing Lottery program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on July 6, 2026.
Affordable Housing Resale open
The Affordable Housing Resale program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Unassisted open
The Affordable Unassisted program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on July 6, 2026.
Affordable Unassisted Units open
The Affordable Unassisted Units program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Homeownership open
The Homeownership program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on July 6, 2026.
Specialized Housing open
The Specialized Housing program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Unassisted Age-Restricted Housing open
The Unassisted Age-Restricted Housing program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Unassisted Family Housing open
The Unassisted Family Housing program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on July 6, 2026.
Affordable Rental Lottery closed
The Affordable Rental Lottery program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing 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 Chelmsford. This program serves approximately 50 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
MRVP closed
The MRVP program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program closed
The Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program program at American Training by Chelmsford Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chelmsford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at American Training by Chelmsford Housing are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Chelmsford. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at American Training by Chelmsford Housing 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for American Training by Chelmsford Housing?
American Training by Chelmsford Housing Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the American Training by Chelmsford Housing 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 American Training by Chelmsford Housing — including across state lines.