Public HousingWaitlist Closed

Wellsweep Acres

Name: Wellsweep Acres
Address: 8 Magic Ave, E Rochester, NH, 03868, US
Telephone: 6033324126

8 Magic Ave, E Rochester, NH, 03868

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

About This Property

Wellsweep Acres is a public housing development in East Rochester, NH consisting of 6 units designed for accessibility. All units meet accessibility standards and serve residents of Strafford County. The property provides affordable housing options in the Rochester area.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of the City of Rochester Nh

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

The Public Housing waiting list for the Housing Authority of the City of Rochester, NH, is currently closed. Waitlists for specific properties, such as Wellsweep Acres and Arthur H. Nickless Jr. Housing for the Elderly, are also closed. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors, serving low-income, elderly, or disabled individuals, or households with minor children. When open, applications may be available online, in-person, or by mail.

Last verified March 9, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened June 3, 2026

Closed June 3, 2026

Apply: Multiple

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list for Rochester, NH, is currently closed; it last opened and closed on June 3, 2026. No specific preferences for Rochester, NH, were confirmed. When open, applications are available online, in-person, or by mail.

Last verified February 10, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

Fair Market Rent - Strafford County, NH

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,481
1 Bedroom	$1,582
2 Bedroom	$2,003
3 Bedroom	$2,557
4 Bedroom	$2,999

Income Limits - Strafford County, NH

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $22,400
Very Low (50%): $37,350
Low (80%): $55,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,600
Very Low (50%): $42,650
Low (80%): $63,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,800
Very Low (50%): $48,000
Low (80%): $71,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,000
Very Low (50%): $53,300
Low (80%): $79,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $34,600
Very Low (50%): $57,600
Low (80%): $86,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $37,150
Very Low (50%): $61,850
Low (80%): $92,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $66,100
Low (80%): $99,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $70,400
Low (80%): $105,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$22,400	$37,350	$55,950
2 Persons	$25,600	$42,650	$63,950
3 Persons	$28,800	$48,000	$71,950
4 Persons	$32,000	$53,300	$79,900
5 Persons	$34,600	$57,600	$86,300
6 Persons	$37,150	$61,850	$92,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$66,100	$99,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$70,400	$105,500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in E Rochester, NH?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Strafford County, NH is: $1481 (Studio), $1582 (1BR), $2003 (2BR), $2557 (3BR), $2999 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Wellsweep Acres is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Wellsweep Acres have?+

Wellsweep Acres has a total of 6 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Wellsweep Acres?+

Wellsweep Acres is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 6033324126, 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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Strafford County, NH?+

For a 4-person household in Strafford County, NH, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $32,000, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $53,300, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Wellsweep Acres?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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.

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