How many low income apartments are in Allston, MA?

HUD administrative data tracks 11 subsidized properties in Allston with approximately 498 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Allston?

Tenant-paid rents in Allston's assisted buildings typically range from about $374 to $629 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Allston?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Allston?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Suffolk County: about $2,476/mo for one-bedroom and $2,941/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Allston, MA

There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Allston with roughly 498 assisted units — including 6 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $374 to $629 per month.

assisted properties

498

subsidized units

$502

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Allston

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Allston

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Comaven Apartments PB Section 8	89	$516	—
Governor Apts PB Section 8	87	$392	—
Brighton-allston Elderly PB Section 8	79	$483	—
Long Glen Rental LIHTC	59	—	—
Brian J Honan Apts LIHTC	50	—	—
Long-glen Rental Apts. PB Section 8	34	$374	—
Long Glen Rental Ii LIHTC	33	—	—
Comm/glen PB Section 8	24	$629	—
Hano Homes LIHTC	20	—	—
Comm/glen PB Section 8	12	$626	—
Ashford Street Lodging House LIHTC	11	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Allston (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Comaven Apartments PB Section 8	89	$516	—
Governor Apts PB Section 8	87	$392	—
Brighton-allston Elderly PB Section 8	79	$483	—
Long-glen Rental Apts. PB Section 8	34	$374	—
Comm/glen PB Section 8	24	$629	—
Comm/glen PB Section 8	12	$626	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Allston

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Long Glen Rental LIHTC	59	—	—
Brian J Honan Apts LIHTC	50	—	—
Long Glen Rental Ii LIHTC	33	—	—
Hano Homes LIHTC	20	—	—
Ashford Street Lodging House LIHTC	11	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Suffolk County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Suffolk County: studio $2,359, 1-BR $2,476, 2-BR $2,941, 3-BR $3,526, 4-BR $3,894.

Full FMR table for Suffolk County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Allston

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.