How many low income apartments are in North Adams, MA?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in North Adams with approximately 964 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in North Adams?

Tenant-paid rents in North Adams's assisted buildings typically range from about $380 to $555 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 North Adams?

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 North Adams?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Berkshire County: about $1,302/mo for one-bedroom and $1,709/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in North Adams, MA

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in North Adams with roughly 964 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $380 to $555 per month. Median reported wait: about 10 months.

assisted properties

964

subsidized units

$468

typical rent

10 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in North Adams

Complete directory of subsidized housing in North Adams

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mohawk Forest LIHTC	190	—	—
Ashland Park Apts Public Housing	178	$380	6 mo
Mohawk Forest PB Section 8	128	$444	—
West End and Riverview Public Housing	126	$500	13 mo
Brayton Hill Apts LIHTC	100	—	—
St Joseph's Court PB Section 8	78	$493	—
Village East LIHTCPB Section 8	48	$555	—
Clark Biscuit Apts LIHTC	43	—	—
Holy Family Terrace PB Section 8	38	$440	—
Tunnel Brook Townhouses LIHTC	35	—	—

Section 8 apartments in North Adams (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
Mohawk Forest PB Section 8	128	$444	—
St Joseph's Court PB Section 8	78	$493	—
Village East LIHTCPB Section 8	48	$555	—
Holy Family Terrace PB Section 8	38	$440	—

Public housing developments in North Adams

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Ashland Park Apts Public Housing	178	$380	6 mo
West End and Riverview Public Housing	126	$500	13 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in North Adams

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
Mohawk Forest LIHTC	190	—	—
Brayton Hill Apts LIHTC	100	—	—
Clark Biscuit Apts LIHTC	43	—	—
Tunnel Brook Townhouses LIHTC	35	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Berkshire County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Berkshire County: studio $1,250, 1-BR $1,302, 2-BR $1,709, 3-BR $2,206, 4-BR $2,867.

Full FMR table for Berkshire County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in North Adams

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.