How many low income apartments are in Stoughton, MA?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Stoughton with approximately 305 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Stoughton?

Tenant-paid rents in Stoughton's assisted buildings typically range from about $569 to $684 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 Stoughton?

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 Stoughton?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Norfolk 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 Stoughton, MA

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Stoughton with roughly 305 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $569 to $684 per month. Median reported wait: about 65 months.

assisted properties

305

subsidized units

$627

typical rent

65 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Stoughton

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Stoughton

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
West Stoughton Village LIHTC	112	—	—
Quail Run Apts Phase I LIHTCPB Section 8	108	—	—
Stoughton Memorial Villa Public Housing	40	$684	65 mo
Quail Run Apts Phase Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Presidential Courts PB Section 8	21	$569	—

Section 8 apartments in Stoughton (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
Quail Run Apts Phase I LIHTCPB Section 8	108	—	—
Quail Run Apts Phase Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Presidential Courts PB Section 8	21	$569	—

Public housing developments in Stoughton

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
Stoughton Memorial Villa Public Housing	40	$684	65 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Stoughton

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
West Stoughton Village LIHTC	112	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Norfolk County Fair Market Rents

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

Full FMR table for Norfolk County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Stoughton

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.