Newton Housing Authority
Newton Highlands, Massachusetts
Last Updated
Feb 11, 2026
Federal Elderly/Disabled Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Consists of 298 one-bedroom units located at Parker House, Jackson Gardens, Horace Mann, Norumbega Gardens, Echo Ridge, and Nonantum Village. To qualify for this program, you must be a senior (62 years or older), disabled/handicapped or a single person who is income eligible. The wait time for th...
Federal Elderly/Disabled Program (HUD) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Consists of 298 one-bedroom units. To qualify, you must be a senior (62 years or older), disabled/handicapped, or a single person who is income-eligible. The wait time is approximately 5 years. Applicants will be offered an apartment at the location where the vacancy exists. Applicants are not pe...
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants can apply to the Massachusetts NAHRO Centralized Section 8 Waiting List; wait time is 5 or more years or approximately 10+ years.
Other - Domestic Violence Victims Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program consists of 15 slots specifically dedicated to victims of domestic violence. The estimated wait time can be approximately 5+ years, depending on each applicant's preferences. Applications can be downloaded from the Newton Housing Authority's website, picked up in person at 82 Lincoln...
Other Rent Subsidy Programs Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Section 8 YMCA Project-based Single Room Occupancy Program for Single Homeless Men is open. The waiting list for this program is approximately 6 months to 1 year, depending upon vacancies. There is also a program designed for families who are in domestic violence situations. The program consists ...
Other Rent Subsidy Programs - Federal Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Section 8 YMCA Project-based Single Room Occupancy Program for Single Homeless Men: There are 25 units in this facility that are subsidized by Section 8 project-based vouchers. The waiting list for this program is approximately 6 months to one year, depending upon vacancies. Section 8 Victims of ...
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This Project-based Section 8 program consists of 7 units at the Pelham Street building.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This State Family Housing program has a waiting time of approximately 7-10 years, with emergency priority applicants having an estimated wait time of approximately 5 years.
State Elderly/Disabled Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Consists of one-bedroom units located at Centenary Village, New Hyde Apartments and various scattered site apartments. To qualify for this program, you must be income eligible and 60 years or older or disabled/handicapped. The wait time for this program is approximately 5+ years.
State Elderly/Disabled Program (EOHLC) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
One-bedroom units located at Centenary Village, New Hyde Apartments and various scattered site apartments. To qualify, you must be income eligible and 60 years or older or disabled/handicapped. The wait time is approximately 5+ years. Applicants will be offered an apartment at the location where ...
State Family Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
State Family units are scattered throughout the City of Newton. There are 79 family units comprised of two, three, and four-bedroom units. The wait time for this program is approximately 10+ years. It is estimated that applicants applying for emergency priority under this program will have a wait...
State Family Program (EOHLC) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Family units are scattered throughout the City of Newton. There are 79 family units comprised of two, three, and four-bedroom units. The wait time is approximately 10+ years. Applicants applying for emergency priority will have a wait time of approximately 5+ years due to the lack of vacancies. D...
Other Programs
7 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 waiting list for this program is currently closed due to the length of the waiting list and lack of vacancies.
The waiting list for the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP) is currently closed due to its length and lack of vacancies; the Newton Housing Authority will publicly advertise prior to reopening.
Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP) is currently closed due to the length of the waiting list and lack of vacancies. The Newton Housing Authority will publicly advertise prior to re-opening this waiting list. The program consists of twenty-nine (29) project-based rental vouchers and two (...
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
The NHA operates a Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP) consisting of 32 state funded vouchers including both project-based and mobile vouchers. The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) has been working to incorporate MRVP into Common Housing Application for Massachu...
Section 8 YMCA Project-based Single Room Occupancy Program for Single Homeless Men. There are 25 units in this facility that are subsidized by Section 8 project-based vouchers.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Newton Housing Authority 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 Newton Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Before applying, verify that the waiting list is currently open. Housing authorities only accept applications during designated open periods, which can last anywhere from a few days to several weeks. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
Most PHAs require: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all household members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. 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 Newton Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list, keep your contact information updated with the PHA. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Wait times vary from 6 months to over 5 years depending on demand. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs Offered at Newton Housing Authority
Federal Elderly/Disabled Program
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Federal Elderly/Disabled Program (HUD)
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)
The Housing Choice Voucher program 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 your area. Vouchers are portable, meaning you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other - Domestic Violence Victims Program
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Rent Subsidy Programs
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Rent Subsidy Programs - Federal
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher
Project-Based Vouchers are attached to specific apartment complexes or units. 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
Public Housing units are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Units range from apartments to townhomes and are maintained by the PHA. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
State Elderly/Disabled Program
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
State Elderly/Disabled Program (EOHLC)
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
State Family Housing
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
State Family Program (EOHLC)
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
MRVP
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Rent Subsidy
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP)
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Rent Subsidy Programs (HUD)
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
RAD
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Newton Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Newton Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Newton 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 Newton Housing Authority — including across state lines.