Townsend Woods §202 Senior Townsend, MA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Townsend Woods is a Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) community in Townsend, MA with 36 units reporting 97% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $610/month on average.
36
total units
97%
occupancy
$610
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) |
|---|---|
| Address | 55 Dudley Rd, Townsend, MA Map → |
| Average household income | $27,512/yr |
| Average personal income | $25,893/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 81% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 97% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Townsend Woods
Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
- Call or visit the management office at 55 Dudley Rd, Townsend; 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 (~$610/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Townsend
- Townsend Elderly Residences PB Section 8
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hollis Village LIHTC | Hollis | 12.1 km |
| Ronald a Philbrick Elderly Housing PB Section 8 | Greenville | 13.6 km |
| 811 - Fitchburg Yarnworks §811 PRA | Fitchburg | 13.6 km |
← All subsidized housing in Townsend
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Townsend Woods 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 Townsend Woods?
Residents report average rents near $610/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 Townsend Woods?
Contact the management office at 55 Dudley Rd in Townsend. 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.