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Newburyport Housing Authority
Newburyport, Massachusetts
Last Updated
6 hours ago
About Newburyport Housing Authority
The Newburyport Housing Authority (NHA), located in Newburyport, Essex County, Massachusetts, manages approximately 156 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. NHA administers various housing assistance programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Public Housing, and Other State Programs.
Currently, the Newburyport Housing Authority is only accepting applications for its Other State Programs waitlist. The waitlists for both the HCV program and Public Housing are presently closed to new applications; these programs recently changed from open to closed. For a family of four applying for Very Low Income assistance in the Lawrence, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area, the current income limit is $70,650 per year.
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Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 6, 2003
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Newburyport Housing Authority participates in the Massachusetts Section 8 Centralized Waiting List, which opened on January 6, 2003, and remains open indefinitely. Preference is granted to applicants who currently live or work in Newburyport.
Other State Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
1BR State Disabled Chapter 667, 1BR State Elderly Chapter 667, 2BR State Family Chapter 200, 2BR State MRVP Project Based units, 3BR State Family Chapter 200, 3BR State Family Chapter 200, State AHVP Vouchers (disabled individual, 59 or younger mobile rental assistance).
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Currently accepting applications for senior/disabled individuals for its one public housing community of 50 units; preference is given for transfers.
Other Programs
2 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.
State-aided vouchers for non-elderly disabled households. Participants receive a voucher to obtain housing in the private sector and pay between 25-30% of their adjusted monthly income towards rent.
Applications for Section 8 project-based vouchers may be obtained by calling the Authority.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Newburyport 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 Newburyport Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Newburyport Housing Authority currently has 3 open waiting lists (HCV, Other State Programs, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Newburyport 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 $70,650/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 Newburyport Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Newburyport Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Newburyport Housing Authority manages approximately 156 assisted housing units (156 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Newburyport. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Newburyport Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Newburyport 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 Newburyport. This program serves approximately 156 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other State Programs open
The Other State Programs program at Newburyport Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Newburyport. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Newburyport 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.
Alternative Housing Voucher Program closed
The Alternative Housing Voucher Program program at Newburyport Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Newburyport. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Newburyport Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Newburyport. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Newburyport Housing Authority?
Newburyport Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Newburyport Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Lawrence, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $70,650. 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 | $29,700 | $49,500 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $33,950 | $56,550 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $38,200 | $63,600 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $42,400 | $70,650 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $45,800 | $76,350 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $49,200 | $82,000 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $52,600 | $87,650 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $56,000 | $93,300 | $137,550 |
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 Newburyport Housing Authority — including across state lines.