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Reading Housing Authority

Name: Reading Housing Authority
Address: 22 Frank Tanner Dr, Reading, MA, 01867, US
Telephone: 7819446755

22 Frank Tanner Dr, Reading, MA, 01867

Information verified September 5, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 14 hr ago

About This Property

Reading Housing Authority operates 125 units of public housing in Reading, MA. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The property is managed by the local housing authority.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Opening Soon

Opens September 8, 2026

Closed September 10, 2026

Apply: Online

The Public Housing Waiting List will open at 8:00 AM Tuesday, September 8, 2026, and close at midnight Thursday, September 10, 2026. This opening is for 0-BR apartments (for 1-person, elderly 62+ or disabled 18+) and 1-BR apartments (for 2-person, elderly 62+ or disabled 18+) in Rhodes, Eisenhower & Hubert Apartments, Kennedy & Franklin Towers, and Hensler Homes. General Occupancy 1-2-3-4 BR units are available in Glenside and Oakbrook Homes, and 5-BR units are available in Oakbrook Homes only. Preferences are given to individuals and families who live in the City of Reading and to veteran/veteran families. A lottery-based selection process may be used if applications exceed 18 months of predicted unit availability. Applicants will apply online at readingha.org.

Last verified February 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

Preferences are given to veteran/veteran families and families residing in Reading, MA; participants must live in Reading for one year before porting their voucher; a lottery system is often used.

Last verified March 29, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 5, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

125

Fair Market Rent - Middlesex 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 - Middlesex 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 Reading, MA?+

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

How many units does Reading Housing Authority have?+

Reading Housing Authority has a total of 125 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Middlesex 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.

Is there a waitlist for Reading Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Opening Soon and is expected to open for applications soon. 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 Reading Housing Authority?+

Reading Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7819446755, 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.

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