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Public Housing Waiting List
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Waiting List StatusOpen
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Program TypePublic Housing
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Phone Number(617)988-4000.
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Location52 Chauncy Street Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts 2111
Eligibility
The Boston Housing Authority (BHA) is currently accepting Public Housing waiting list applications for families and senior/disabled households.
To apply, attend an informational briefing session at the John F. Murphy Housing Service Center, located at 56 Chauncy St., Boston, MA 02111. A schedule of briefing sessions can be found here.
The following documentation is required at the briefing session: Birth dates, Social Security Numbers, income, photo ID.
If you are unable to attend a session because of a disability, an application can be mailed to you by calling (617) 988-3400, during normal office hours. Be sure to include documented proof from you doctor, explaining why you weren't able to apply in person.
No preferences were noted.
Important note: Applicants who have been placed on the waiting list must inform the housing authority immediately if your application information changes (such as contact information, income, and household members). In the case that the office sends a notice that does not get returned, or if application information is out of date, your name may be terminated from the waiting list. Contact the housing authority to find out how to update application information.
Important note: Applicants who have been placed on the waiting list must inform the housing authority immediately if your application information changes (such as contact information, income, and household members). In the case that the office sends a notice that does not get returned, or if application information is out of date, your name may be terminated from the waiting list. Contact the housing authority to find out how to update application information.
For more information, visit the BHA website, or call the office at (617) 988-3400 during normal office hours.
How to apply
- Find and contact the housing authority
- Determine your eligibility and apply
- Receive the rental voucher
- Find affordable apartments

Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via (617)988-4000.