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Dennis Housing Authority
South Dennis, Massachusetts
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6 hours ago
About Dennis Housing Authority
The Dennis Housing Authority (PHA Code: MA138) is located in South Dennis, Barnstable County, Massachusetts. It manages approximately 101 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
The authority currently has waitlists open for a range of programs. These include Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), MRVP, Public Housing, State Aided Housing, DMH Vouchers, and various other state-aided rental and voucher programs.
Applicants should note that the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Barnstable Town, MA MSA area is $68,350 per year. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply for currently available programs.
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Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 31, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This general waitlist for affordable rental housing, including units in Dennis, encourages households with rental vouchers to apply. Income limits (mostly 80% AMI, some 65% AMI) apply.
Affordable Housing (Cape Cod Ready Renter Program) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 31, 2026
Closing Date
May 29, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This general waitlist for affordable rental housing, including 18 units in Dennis, has income limits (mostly 80% AMI, some 65% AMI), and encourages households with rental vouchers to apply.
Affordable Housing (Ready Renter Program) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 31, 2026
Closing Date
May 29, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This general waitlist for affordable rental housing, including units in Dennis, has income limits (mostly 80% AMI, some 65% AMI) and encourages households with rental vouchers to apply.
Affordable Housing (Ready Renter) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 31, 2026
Closing Date
May 29, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The General Waitlist for the Cape Cod Ready Renter program is open for affordable rental housing, including 18 units in Dennis. Income limits apply (mostly 80% AMI, some 65% AMI) and households with rental vouchers are encouraged to apply.
DMH Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
The Dennis Housing Authority administers Department of Mental Health Vouchers.
DMH Vouchers Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
The Dennis Housing Authority administers Department of Mental Health Vouchers. Specific application details are not provided in the search results.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants are placed on a centralized waitlist for a voucher. Voucher holders must find their own rental and landlord. Income limits apply.
MRVP Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This voucher program provides rental assistance for eligible households within Massachusetts, requiring recipients to secure their own housing with a landlord who accepts the voucher, and income limits apply.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 31, 2026
Closing Date
May 29, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This general waitlist for affordable rental housing, including 18 units in Dennis, encourages households with rental vouchers to apply. Income limits apply, mostly at 80% AMI, with some at 65% AMI.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applying via CHAMP for state-aided elderly, non-elderly/disabled, and family housing places applicants on a waitlist for rental units; applicants can select any MA housing authorities, but declining two invitations will purge the application.
Ready Renter Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 31, 2026
Closing Date
May 29, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This is a general waitlist for 75 affordable rental units across the region, including Dennis; households with rental vouchers are encouraged to apply. Eligibility is based on 80% Area Median Income (AMI), with applications placed in the order received.
State Aided Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Places applicants on a waitlist for rental units the housing authority owns; targets low-income families, seniors, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
State MRVP Voucher Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The CHAMP centralized waiting list is used to apply for State-Aided housing and MRVP, placing applicants on a waitlist for a voucher to subsidize rent within Massachusetts. Programs target low-income families, seniors, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
State-Aided Rental Voucher (MRVP) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online or Mail
Additional Notes
The Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP) is now part of CHAMP (Common Housing Application for Massachusetts Programs). Applying for a state-aided rental voucher places applicants on a waitlist for a voucher that subsidizes monthly rent. Voucher holders must find their own rental and landlo...
State-Aided Voucher Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applies to state-aided rental vouchers (MRVP) administered through the CHAMP application. Preferences include homelessness due to displacement and local residency.
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.
An application period for an affordable housing lottery at 775 Main Street, West Dennis, closed on August 27, 2024.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
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.
Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units rather than following the tenant. Landlords or developers partner with the housing authority to reserve units for eligible low-income families. Unlike tenant-based HCV vouchers, PBV assistance stays with the unit if the tenant moves.
The General Waitlist for the Cape Cod Ready Renter program was open for affordable rental housing, including 18 units in Dennis, with applicable income limits.
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.
Status History
Deadline: May 29, 2026
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Dennis 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 Dennis Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Dennis Housing Authority currently has 15 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Affordable Housing (Cape Cod Ready Renter Program), Affordable Housing (Ready Renter Program), Affordable Housing (Ready Renter), DMH, DMH Vouchers, HCV, MRVP, Other, Public Housing, Ready Renter Affordable Housing, State Aided Housing, State MRVP Voucher Program, State-Aided Rental Voucher (MRVP), State-Aided Voucher). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Dennis 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 $68,350/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 Dennis Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Dennis Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Dennis Housing Authority manages approximately 101 assisted housing units (101 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in South Dennis. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Dennis Housing Authority
Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on May 29, 2026.
Affordable Housing (Cape Cod Ready Renter Program) open
The Affordable Housing (Cape Cod Ready Renter Program) program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on May 29, 2026.
Affordable Housing (Ready Renter Program) open
The Affordable Housing (Ready Renter Program) program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on May 29, 2026.
Affordable Housing (Ready Renter) open
The Affordable Housing (Ready Renter) program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on May 29, 2026.
DMH open
The DMH program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
DMH Vouchers open
The DMH Vouchers program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Dennis 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 South Dennis. This program serves approximately 101 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
MRVP open
The MRVP program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on May 29, 2026.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Dennis 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.
Ready Renter Affordable Housing open
The Ready Renter Affordable Housing program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on May 29, 2026.
State Aided Housing open
The State Aided Housing program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
State MRVP Voucher Program open
The State MRVP Voucher Program program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
State-Aided Rental Voucher (MRVP) open
The State-Aided Rental Voucher (MRVP) program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
State-Aided Voucher open
The State-Aided Voucher program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing Lottery closed
The Affordable Housing Lottery program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing Lottery/General Waitlist closed
The Affordable Housing Lottery/General Waitlist program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Dennis Housing Authority are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Dennis Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in South Dennis. 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.
other closed
The other program at Dennis Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South Dennis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Dennis Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in South Dennis maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Dennis Housing Authority?
Dennis Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Dennis Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Barnstable Town, MA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $68,350. 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 | $28,700 | $47,850 | $74,800 |
| 2 Persons | $32,800 | $54,700 | $85,450 |
| 3 Persons | $36,900 | $61,550 | $96,150 |
| 4 Persons | $41,000 | $68,350 | $106,800 |
| 5 Persons | $44,300 | $73,850 | $115,350 |
| 6 Persons | $47,600 | $79,300 | $123,900 |
| 7 Persons | $50,850 | $84,800 | $132,450 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $90,250 | $141,000 |
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 Dennis Housing Authority — including across state lines.