Old Colony Phase 2b Public Housing Boston, MA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Old Colony Phase 2b is a Public Housing community in Boston, MA with 51 units reporting 98% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $644/month on average. The property reported a typical wait of roughly 1 months.
51
total units
98%
occupancy
$644
avg resident rent
1 mo
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 20 Patterson Way, Boston, MA Map → |
| Average household income | $26,574/yr |
| Average personal income | $12,535/yr |
| People per unit | 2.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 4% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 78% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
| One-bedroom share | 36% |
How to apply at Old Colony Phase 2b
Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
- Call or visit the management office at 20 Patterson Way, 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 (~$644/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harbor Point LIHTC | Dorchester | 1.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Old Colony Phase 2b have?
Public Housing. Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
How much is rent at Old Colony Phase 2b?
Residents report average rents near $644/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 Old Colony Phase 2b?
Contact the management office at 20 Patterson Way in 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.