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About Dracut Housing Authority
The Dracut Housing Authority (PHA Code: MA043) is located in Dracut, Middlesex County, Massachusetts. This authority manages approximately 115 assisted housing units, which include 71 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 44 Public Housing units. The programs offered are the Housing Choice Voucher program and Public Housing.
Currently, all waiting lists for the Dracut Housing Authority are closed. This status applies to both the Housing Choice Voucher program and Public Housing program. Recent activity indicates that both HCV and Public Housing waiting lists have changed from open to closed.
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 per year. Potential applicants should regularly monitor for future announcements regarding waitlist openings directly from the Dracut Housing Authority.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Dracut Housing Authority offers public housing for senior/disabled individuals at 971 Mammoth Road/65 Phineas Street and state-aided public housing for families. Preferences include veterans and local residents, with additional state housing priorities for individuals experiencing homelessness due to specific circumstances. Applicants for elderly/handicapped housing must be at least 62 years old or a person with a qualifying disability. Declining two housing unit 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 Dracut Housing Authority's Section 8 waiting list is not accepting applications at this time. Eligibility typically requires income at or below 50% of the Area Median Income and U.S. citizenship or eligible legal status.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Dracut 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 Dracut Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Dracut Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Dracut 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 Dracut Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Dracut Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Dracut Housing Authority manages approximately 115 assisted housing units (71 Section 8, 44 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Dracut. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Dracut Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Dracut Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Dracut Housing Authority manages approximately 44 Public Housing units in Dracut. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Dracut 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 Dracut. This program serves approximately 71 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 Dracut Housing Authority?
Dracut Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Dracut 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 Dracut Housing Authority — including across state lines.