πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USAGovBenefits.com β€” Free independent resource. Not affiliated with any U.S. government agency.
Homeβ€ΊMassachusettsβ€ΊSuffolkβ€ΊPublic Housingβ€ΊEast Boston
HOUSING β€” MA

🏒 Public Housing in East Boston, Suffolk, Massachusetts β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for East Boston residents

Rent capped at 30% incomeMax Benefit
1-800-955-2232Helpline
MAState
80% Area Median IncomeFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” East Boston, Massachusetts
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” East Boston, Massachusetts
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 80% Area Median Income. Family of 4 in East Boston: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit www.hud.gov/topics/rental_assistance/phprog β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-800-955-2232
Call Mon–Fri business hours for East Boston residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Suffolk Office
Visit offices near East Boston. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” East Boston
  • Photo ID all adults
  • Social Security cards
  • Proof of income
  • Rental history
❓ FAQs β€” Public Housing in East Boston
Who qualifies for Public Housing in East Boston, Massachusetts?
Residents of East Boston, Suffolk, Massachusetts with income at or below 80% Area Median Income. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-955-2232.
How to apply for Public Housing in East Boston?
Apply online at www.hud.gov/topics/rental_assistance/phprog, call 1-800-955-2232, or visit Suffolk office.
Is there a Public Housing office in East Boston?
The nearest office is in Suffolk. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” Massachusetts Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Public Housing changes in Massachusetts.