Last updated: 2026-10-11

Beverly Housing Authority

137 Rear Bridge Street, Beverly, MA 1915

978-922-3100

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Waiting List Status: Open

About Beverly Housing Authority

Contact Beverly Housing Authority in Beverly, Massachusetts for Section 8 vouchers and public housing assistance. Phone: 978-922-3100. Waiting list status: Open. Programs: Section 8 (HCV).

As a Public Housing Authority (PHA), they play a crucial role in providing affordable housing solutions to low-income families, elderly individuals, and persons with disabilities in the Essex area. Their primary focus is on Section 8 (HCV) programs, ensuring that eligible residents have access to safe, decent, and affordable housing options.

They currently manage various housing assistance programs and oversee approximately 420 housing vouchers to help eligible residents secure affordable housing in the private market.

Section 8 Payment Standards: Essex County

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents. Your voucher from Beverly Housing Authority covers up to:

Studio
$2,359
max/month
1 BR
$2,476
max/month
2 BR
$2,941
max/month
3 BR
$3,526
max/month
4 BR
$3,894
max/month

Source: HUD Fair Market Rents 2026 · huduser.gov

Do You Qualify? Essex County Income Limits

HUD FY2026 Section 8 (50% AMI) income limits for Beverly Housing Authority's area:

1 person
$60,000
max/year
2 people
$68,600
max/year
3 people
$77,150
max/year
4 people
$85,700
max/year

All household sizes and income tiers for Essex County →

Housing Statistics: Beverly Housing Authority

Reported program data for this housing authority, 2025.

593
Subsidized units
96%
Units occupied
$25,980/yr
Avg household income
$625/mo
Avg tenant rent share
26 months
Avg wait before admission
46%
Elderly households (62+)
28%
Households with a disability

Source: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households 2025 · huduser.gov

Things You Care About

  • How to contact Beverly Housing Authority
  • Office location and directions
  • Available housing programs and services
  • Service area coverage: Serving Barnstable County; Serving Berkshire County; Serving Bristol County; Serving Dukes County; Serving Essex County; Serving Franklin County; Serving Hampden County; Serving Hampshire County; Serving Middlesex County; Serving Nantucket County; Serving Norfolk County; Serving Plymouth County; Serving Suffolk County; Serving Worcester County
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Contact Information

Phone
978-922-3100
Fax
9789212121

Office Location

Address
137 Rear Bridge Street, Beverly, MA 1915
City, State ZIP
Beverly, MA 1915
Service Area
Serving Barnstable County; Serving Berkshire County; Serving Bristol County; Serving Dukes County; Serving Essex County; Serving Franklin County; Serving Hampden County; Serving Hampshire County; Serving Middlesex County; Serving Nantucket County; Serving Norfolk County; Serving Plymouth County; Serving Suffolk County; Serving Worcester County

Agency Details

PHA Code
MA044
Primary Program Type
Section 8 (HCV)
Housing Vouchers
420

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can reach Beverly Housing Authority at 978-922-3100.

The current waiting list status is: Open. Check this page regularly for updates as waiting lists can open and close frequently.

Beverly Housing Authority serves: Serving Barnstable County; Serving Berkshire County; Serving Bristol County; Serving Dukes County; Serving Essex County; Serving Franklin County; Serving Hampden County; Serving Hampshire County; Serving Middlesex County; Serving Nantucket County; Serving Norfolk County; Serving Plymouth County; Serving Suffolk County; Serving Worcester County.

To apply for Section 8 housing assistance at Beverly Housing Authority:
  1. Check if the waiting list is currently open
  2. Submit an application when the list opens
  3. Provide required documentation including proof of income and identification
  4. Wait for your application to be processed

Contact them at 978-922-3100 for specific application requirements.

Many housing authorities accept applications through an online portal when their waiting list is open. You can apply or check for an online application on the official Beverly Housing Authority website: http://www.beverlyhousing.net/#x-content-band-9. If no online form is available, contact them at 978-922-3100 to apply by phone or in person.

To check your Section 8 or public housing waiting list status with Beverly Housing Authority:
  1. Log in to the applicant portal on their official website: http://www.beverlyhousing.net/#x-content-band-9, if one is offered
  2. Have your application or confirmation number ready
  3. Or call 978-922-3100 and ask for your current position on the waiting list

Keep your contact details up to date so you do not miss a notice when your name comes up.

Office hours are not published for every housing authority. Most public housing authorities are open Monday through Friday during standard business hours, and closed on federal holidays. Call 978-922-3100 to confirm hours before visiting, and to confirm the office at 137 Rear Bridge Street, Beverly, MA 1915 is open.

In Essex County, Massachusetts, a family of 4 generally qualifies for Section 8 with gross annual income at or below $85,700, and a single person below $60,000 (HUD FY2026 very low income limits). See all household sizes on the Essex County income limits page.

According to HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data, Beverly Housing Authority administers approximately 593 subsidized units, of which about 96% are occupied. Around 401 of these are Housing Choice (Section 8) vouchers.

Households admitted by Beverly Housing Authority had spent an average of 26 months on the waiting list, per HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. This is a historical average, not a guarantee - actual wait times vary by program, preferences, and when the list opens.

Related Resources

Beverly Housing Authority Waiting Lists All Essex County PHAs All Massachusetts PHAs Massachusetts Counseling Agencies Section 8 Guide How to Apply Guide

The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing because of race, color, national origin, religion, familial status, gender, and disability. The Fair Housing Act ensures that all persons receive equal housing opportunity. For more information about the Fair Housing Act and your rights, visit the Department of Housing and Urban Development .