How many low income apartments are in Athol, MA?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Athol with approximately 241 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Athol?

Tenant-paid rents in Athol's assisted buildings typically range from about $469 to $520 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 Athol?

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 Athol?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Worcester County: about $1,599/mo for one-bedroom and $2,056/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Athol, MA

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Athol with roughly 241 assisted units — including 2 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 $469 to $520 per month.

assisted properties

241

subsidized units

$495

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Athol

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Athol

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Pequoig House PB Section 8	53	$520	—
School Street Residences LIHTC	49	—	—
Cotage - Hapgood Apts LIHTC	34	—	—
Cottage Street & Hapgood Apts LIHTC	34	—	—
Dumont Realty Trust LIHTC	34	—	—
Cottage Development PB Section 8	29	$469	—
Delta Apts LIHTC	8	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Athol (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
Pequoig House PB Section 8	53	$520	—
Cottage Development PB Section 8	29	$469	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Athol

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
School Street Residences LIHTC	49	—	—
Cotage - Hapgood Apts LIHTC	34	—	—
Cottage Street & Hapgood Apts LIHTC	34	—	—
Dumont Realty Trust LIHTC	34	—	—
Delta Apts LIHTC	8	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Worcester County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Worcester County: studio $1,588, 1-BR $1,599, 2-BR $2,056, 3-BR $2,548, 4-BR $2,825.

Full FMR table for Worcester County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Athol

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.