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Bridgewell

Name: Bridgewell
Address: 10 Dearborn Rd, Peabody, MA, 01960, US
Telephone: 7815931088

10 Dearborn Rd, Peabody, MA, 01960

Information verified July 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 22 hr ago

About This Property

Bridgewell is a 177-unit public housing community in Peabody, MA managed by the housing authority. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The property serves residents in Essex County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

The Elderly Housing Program has one waiting list for all six developments, with an age requirement of 60. To be eligible for elderly/handicapped housing, applicants must be at least 60 years old or a person with a handicap other than alcohol/drug abuse. Local Veteran's Preference is available for Elderly/Handicapped Housing. Applications can be mailed, hand-carried, or submitted online.

Last verified April 5, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Mainstream Section 8 Housing Voucher waitlist was last open in October 2019 and closed on November 29, 2019. At the time of the last opening, the head, spouse, or co-head of the household had to be a non-elderly (18-62 years old) person with disabilities, and preference was given to applicants living or working in Lynn or Lowell, MA. The waiting list order was established by lottery. As of July 2, 2026, there are no current Section 8 waiting lists for Peabody, MA.

Last verified June 14, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 7, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

177

Fair Market Rent - Essex County, MA

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$2,212
1 Bedroom	$2,377
2 Bedroom	$2,827
3 Bedroom	$3,418
4 Bedroom	$3,765

Income Limits - Essex County, MA

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $28,200
Very Low (50%): $47,000
Low (80%): $70,750

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,200
Very Low (50%): $53,700
Low (80%): $80,850

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,250
Very Low (50%): $60,400
Low (80%): $90,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,250
Very Low (50%): $67,100
Low (80%): $101,050

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $43,500
Very Low (50%): $72,500
Low (80%): $109,150

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $46,700
Very Low (50%): $77,850
Low (80%): $117,250

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $49,950
Very Low (50%): $83,250
Low (80%): $125,350

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $53,150
Very Low (50%): $88,600
Low (80%): $133,400

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$28,200	$47,000	$70,750
2 Persons	$32,200	$53,700	$80,850
3 Persons	$36,250	$60,400	$90,950
4 Persons	$40,250	$67,100	$101,050
5 Persons	$43,500	$72,500	$109,150
6 Persons	$46,700	$77,850	$117,250
7 Persons	$49,950	$83,250	$125,350
8 Persons	$53,150	$88,600	$133,400

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Peabody, MA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Essex County, MA is: $2212 (Studio), $2377 (1BR), $2827 (2BR), $3418 (3BR), $3765 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Bridgewell is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Bridgewell have?+

Bridgewell has a total of 177 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Bridgewell?+

Bridgewell is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7815931088, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

Is there a waitlist for Bridgewell?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Essex County, MA?+

For a 4-person household in Essex County, MA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $40,250, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $67,100, Low Income (80% AMI): $101,050. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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