Barnes School Limited §202 Senior East Boston, MA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Barnes School Limited is a Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) community in East Boston, MA with 55 units reporting 100% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $585/month on average.
55
total units
100%
occupancy
$585
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) |
|---|---|
| Address | 127 Marion St, East Boston, MA Map → |
| Average household income | $24,601/yr |
| Average personal income | $22,258/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 7% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 84% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Barnes School Limited
Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
- Call or visit the management office at 127 Marion St, East Boston; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$585/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Barnes School Limited have?
Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing). Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
How much is rent at Barnes School Limited?
Residents report average rents near $585/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Barnes School Limited?
Contact the management office at 127 Marion St in East Boston. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.