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Dedham Housing Authority
Dedham, Massachusetts
Last Updated
17 hours ago
About Dedham Housing Authority
Dedham Housing Authority (HUD agency code MA040) is the public housing agency serving Dedham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It administers 579 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 3 waiting lists at this agency, covering PBV, Public Housing, HCV. As of Oct 14, 2026, 2 are open and 1 is closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $82,700 per year, and as Low Income at or below $132,300 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 7 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 14, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
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Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2022
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program is for 22 family housing units (1, 2, 3, and 4 bedroom) and 2 accessible units (1 and 2 bedroom) at Mill Village. Submission of an application provides an opportunity to join the waiting list, but selection is a process and does not guarantee placement.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Preferences are given to applicants who live, work, or attend school locally. Declining two invitations may result in the application being purged from the waitlist.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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 statewide HCVP/Section 8 mobile voucher waiting list, through which this program is administered, closed effective January 13, 2025, until further notice. Eligibility is based on income, citizenship status, not owing money to a housing authority, and a background check.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Dedham 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 Dedham Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Dedham Housing Authority currently has 2 open waiting lists (Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Dedham 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 Dedham Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Dedham Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Dedham Housing Authority manages approximately 579 assisted housing units (579 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Dedham. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Dedham Housing Authority
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Dedham Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Dedham. 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 open
Public Housing units at Dedham 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.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Dedham 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 Dedham. This program serves approximately 579 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Dedham Housing Authority?
Dedham Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Dedham 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 Dedham Housing Authority — including across state lines.