About This Property
Pomeroy Lane is an affordable housing community in Amherst, MA comprising 25 units that have been in service since 1993. The property includes 18 low-income units with a mix of 4 one-bedroom, 11 two-bedroom, 9 three-bedroom, and 1 four-bedroom units. This Hampshire County property serves residents seeking affordable rental housing options.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Amherst Housing Authority
Applications for State-Aided Public Housing can be submitted online via CHAMP (Common Housing Application for Massachusetts Public-Housing) or by mailing/hand-carrying a completed paper application to the Amherst Housing Authority office. The waiting list for the specific 'Seventy Amherst Apartments' was last open on August 27, 2019, and is currently closed with no announced reopening date. Preferences for Seventy Amherst Apartments included current residents, municipal employees, employees of local businesses, and households with children in Amherst public schools, with selection by random lottery. Statewide, many public housing lists are currently open.
The Massachusetts Section 8 Centralized Waiting List, used by Amherst Housing Authority, closed effective January 13, 2025. A limited preference for applicants experiencing homelessness or at-risk of homelessness was implemented on July 31, 2020.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Hampshire 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 | $934 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,115 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,375 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,669 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,954 |
Income Limits - Hampshire County, MA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,450
- Low (80%)
- $47,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,650
- Low (80%)
- $53,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $22,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,850
- Low (80%)
- $60,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,050
- Low (80%)
- $67,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,450
- Low (80%)
- $72,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,800
- Low (80%)
- $78,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,150
- Low (80%)
- $83,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,550
- Low (80%)
- $88,850
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,700 | $29,450 | $47,150 |
| 2 Persons | $20,200 | $33,650 | $53,850 |
| 3 Persons | $22,750 | $37,850 | $60,600 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $42,050 | $67,300 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $45,450 | $72,700 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $48,800 | $78,100 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $52,150 | $83,500 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $55,550 | $88,850 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Amherst, MA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Hampshire County, MA is: $934 (Studio), $1115 (1BR), $1375 (2BR), $1669 (3BR), $1954 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Pomeroy Lane is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Pomeroy Lane?+
Pomeroy Lane offers the following unit types: 4 One-Bedroom, 11 Two-Bedroom, 9 Three-Bedroom, 1 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 25 units.
Is there a waitlist for Pomeroy Lane?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at Pomeroy Lane?+
Pomeroy Lane is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
What is the price range for apartments in Amherst, MA?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Hampshire County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1115, 2-bedroom: $1375, 3-bedroom: $1669. Actual rent at Pomeroy Lane may be lower for income-eligible households.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Hampshire County, MA?+
For a 4-person household in Hampshire County, MA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,050, Low Income (80% AMI): $67,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Who manages Pomeroy Lane?+
Pomeroy Lane is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
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