Yarmouth Housing Authority
South Yarmouth, Massachusetts
Last Updated
5 days ago
Affordable Rental Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Feb 12, 2025
How to Apply
In-person, Mail
Additional Notes
The Cape Cod Ready Renter Program is accepting applications for its General Wait List, which serves scattered-site affordable rental units in Yarmouth (30 units) and other towns. Applications are due by 4 PM on April 9, 2025. Applications can be picked up at the Town of Yarmouth, Main Lobby or th...
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are submitted to the Massachusetts Section 8 Centralized Waiting List, from which participating agencies, including the Yarmouth Housing Authority, select residents.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waitlist for Project-Based Vouchers at Residences at Yarmouth Gardens is maintained by the owner agent in coordination with Housing Assistance Corporation. Applicants are placed by lottery then chronologically; local preference applies to up to 70% of units during initial lease-up.
Other Programs
5 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 Cape Cod Ready Renters Program is accepting applications for its General Wait List, which includes units in Yarmouth. The application deadline is April 9, 2025, at 4 PM. Applications must be dropped off, delivered, or postmarked by the due date to Plymouth Redevelopment Authority, 26 Court St...
The Cape Cod Ready Renters Program is accepting applications for its General Wait List, which is used to select tenants for affordable rental units in Yarmouth, Dennis, Barnstable, Orleans and Falmouth, MA. Units include studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and four-bedroom units. Ap...
The Town of Yarmouth is administering lotteries for affordable rental units, including a one-bedroom unit at 530 Main Street in West Dennis and a general Cape Cod Ready Renter wait list that serves scattered-site units across the region. Applications are due April 9, 2025. Paper and online applic...
The Cape Cod Ready Renters Program General Wait List, which included affordable rental units in Yarmouth, previously accepted applications for a lottery that closed on April 9, 2025. This program offered units with varying rents and income limits (less than 80% or 65% of AMI) and did not provide ...
Public Housing provides affordable rental units owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Units range from single-family homes to high-rise apartments, with rent typically set at 30% of household income.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth Housing Authority
Affordable Rental
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Yarmouth 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.
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.
Affordable Rental Units
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Yarmouth Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
General Wait List
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Affordable Rental Housing)
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Yarmouth Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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.
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Yarmouth Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth Housing Authority — including across state lines.