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Frederick Douglass

Name: Frederick Douglass
Address: 755 Tremont St Apt 411, Roxbury, MA, 02118, US
Telephone: 6179884000

755 Tremont St Apt 411, Roxbury, MA, 02118

Information verified July 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Frederick Douglass is a public housing development in Roxbury with 78 total units, 77 of which are accessible. Rent is $302 per month. The property serves residents in Suffolk County, Massachusetts.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Boston Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Online or In-person

Priorities exist for applicants who are homeless or displaced due to various reasons like government action, natural disaster, domestic violence, or fear of reprisal. Waiting times can be lengthy, potentially over ten years.

Last verified February 9, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The waiting list is currently closed until further notice. New Tenant-Based vouchers are only issued under specific circumstances, including to veterans through HUD's VASH program and to voucher holders transferring from project-based programs after one year. Only Priority 1 applicants may apply for Non-Elderly Housing Choice Voucher Programs (Section 8).

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 7, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Rent/Month

$302

Accessible Units

Fair Market Rent - Suffolk 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 - Suffolk 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

How much is rent at Frederick Douglass?+

The estimated rent at Frederick Douglass is $302 per month. Actual rent may vary based on unit size, income level, and subsidy. Contact the property directly for current pricing.

How many units does Frederick Douglass have?+

Frederick Douglass has a total of 78 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Frederick Douglass?+

Frederick Douglass is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 6179884000, 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 Frederick Douglass?+

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 Suffolk County, MA?+

For a 4-person household in Suffolk 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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