How many low income apartments are in Sandwich, MA?

HUD administrative data tracks 3 subsidized properties in Sandwich with approximately 124 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Sandwich?

Tenant-paid rents in Sandwich's assisted buildings typically range from about $582 to $599 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 Sandwich?

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 Sandwich?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Barnstable County: about $1,846/mo for one-bedroom and $2,422/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Sandwich, MA

There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Sandwich with roughly 124 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 1 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $582 to $599 per month.

assisted properties

124

subsidized units

$591

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Sandwich

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Sandwich

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Shawme Heights Ii Inc. §202 Senior	50	$582	—
Shawme Heights Apts. PB Section 8	44	$599	—
Terrapin Ridge LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Sandwich (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
Shawme Heights Apts. PB Section 8	44	$599	—
Terrapin Ridge LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Barnstable County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Barnstable County: studio $1,834, 1-BR $1,846, 2-BR $2,422, 3-BR $2,985, 4-BR $3,428.

Full FMR table for Barnstable County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Sandwich

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.